speed bump
1 of 1noun/ˈspid bʌmp/
Forms:speed bumps
1
a raised portion of a road surface designed to slow down vehicles in order to increase safety for pedestrians or other drivers
A speed bump is a raised area on a road or street designed to slow down vehicles. It is typically made of asphalt, rubber, or concrete and is placed in areas where drivers need to reduce speed, such as near schools, parking lots, or residential neighborhoods. Speed bumps are shorter and more abrupt than speed humps, which are designed to slow traffic over a longer distance. They help improve safety by encouraging drivers to drive at lower speeds, reducing the risk of accidents and allowing pedestrians to cross more safely.
- The car slowed down as it approached the speed bump.
- There’s a speed bump near the school to ensure drivers don’t go too fast.
- The neighborhood streets are filled with speed bumps to reduce traffic speed.
- Speed bumps are often placed near parks or playgrounds for safety reasons.
- The council plans to install more speed bumps in the residential area.