mews

noun

Definition of mewsnext
chiefly British
as in lane

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  1. lane
  2. laneway
  3. backstreet
  4. circle
Noun
  • One lane is closed between 135th Street and College Boulevard on northbound US-69.
    — Kansas City Star Bot, Kansas City Star, 18 Mar. 2025
  • While driving - Stick to the middle lanes and stay on elevated ground.
    — NC Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 18 Mar. 2025
Definition of lane
Noun
  • Instead, its enduring appeal has always been its effervescent scene found in winding laneways, blockbuster art galleries, and innovative kitchens.
    — Chloe Sachdev, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 Nov. 2024
  • Stroll through the city's quaint laneways, home to an eclectic mix of bars and restaurants and a vibrant arts and culture scene.
    — Travel + Leisure Editors, Travel + Leisure, 10 Oct. 2024
Definition of laneway
Noun
  • By Elizabeth Logan March 10, 2025 Paras Griffin/Getty Images Is backstreet back?
    — Elizabeth Logan, Glamour, 10 Mar. 2025
  • Lamai Fresh Coconut Ice Cream Located on a backstreet in Lamai, this mom-and-pop shop is all about vegan ice cream made with coconut milk.
    — Christina Liao, Vogue, 21 Feb. 2025
Definition of backstreet
Noun
  • The circle could be completed for Craig Kimbrel, the longtime former Braves closer who signed a minor-league contract with his original team on Tuesday.
    — Ken Rosenthal, The Athletic, 19 Mar. 2025
  • The left circle encompasses the lens, while the right circle is a large, easily identifiable status light that glows green when active.
    — PCMAG, PCMAG, 19 Mar. 2025
Definition of circle
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