Road Signs and Traffic Rules Vocabulary

A collection of road sign terminology and traffic safety meanings based on the provided lecture notes.

Added lane

A road sign or feature indicating that a new lane is joining the existing roadway.

Divided highway begins

A sign marking the start of a section where traffic is separated by a median or barrier.

Divided highway ends

A sign indicating that the physical separation of opposing traffic lanes is coming to an end.

Intersection

A point where two or more roads cross or meet each other.

Keep right

A regulatory instruction for drivers to stay to the right side of a median, island, or barrier.

Lane Ends

A warning that one of the lanes on the roadway will not continue ahead.

Low Clearance sign

A sign indicating the maximum height of a structure, such as a bridge or overpass, that a vehicle can pass under.

Merging traffic

A warning that traffic from another roadway is joining the main flow of traffic.

Narrow bridge

A warning that the bridge ahead is not as wide as the road leading up to it.

No left turn

A regulatory sign prohibiting drivers from making a turn to the left at a specific location.

No right turn

A regulatory sign prohibiting drivers from making a turn to the right.

No U turn

A regulatory sign indicating that drivers are not allowed to make a 180-degree turn to reverse direction.

Pedestrian Area

A region or zone specifically designated for people on foot.

Pedestrian crossing

A marked part of a road where pedestrians have right-of-way to cross.

Railroad Crossing

A location where a road intersects with railway tracks.

Road turns ahead

A warning that the roadway will change direction or curve in the path forward.

Roundabout lane

A lane designed for use within a circular intersection where traffic moves around a central island.

School Zone

An area near a school where special traffic rules and lower speed limits usually apply.

Shared left turn lane

A center lane used by traffic traveling in either direction for the purpose of making left turns.

Slippery when wet

A warning that the road surface can become hazardous and lose traction during rainy or damp conditions.

Slow moving vehicle

An emblem or sign for vehicles that travel at significantly lower speeds than standard traffic.

Steep hill

A warning sign indicating a significant incline or decline in the road ahead.

T Intersection ahead

A warning that the road ends at a junction forming the shape of a 'T'.

Two way traffic

A sign indicating that traffic on the road moves in both directions.

Winding Road

A warning that the road ahead has a series of multiple curves or turns.