toll road

noun

1. a road or highway on which a toll is exacted.

Word History and Origins

Origin of toll road¹

First recorded in 1815–25

Example Sentences

“From a transportation standpoint, we are the northern terminus of the toll roads of the 73 Freeway,” Stephens said.

From Los Angeles Times

Get nickel and dimed every few miles on toll roads back East.

From Los Angeles Times

Washington is among 35 states with at least one toll road, according to the International Bridge, Tunnel and Turnpike Association.

From Seattle Times

Widodo’s flagship projects centered on linking the nation of more than 17,000 islands with bridges, a high-speed train, toll roads, ports and airports.

From Seattle Times

"After construction of the toll road is completed, we only need around 50 minutes," he said, compared to a journey of two hours earlier.

From Reuters