Public roads in cities or towns, typically lined with buildings. Can also refer to urban culture or life outside mainstream society.
From Latin 'strata' meaning paved road or street, literally 'spread out' or 'laid down'. The word entered English through Old English 'stræt', referring to Roman roads that were notably well-constructed.
Roman roads were so well-built that many are still in use today - the phrase 'all roads lead to Rome' reflected their extensive, durable highway system. In modern slang, 'the streets' often represents authentic urban culture, as opposed to commercial or mainstream versions.
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