high street

noun

Synonyms of high streetnext
British
: a main or principal street

Examples of high street in a Sentence

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The broadcaster and champion of the high street, who transformed the fortunes of Harvey Nichols, picks her favourites. — The Week Uk, TheWeek, 16 Oct. 2026 Well, what better way to reacquaint herself with the great British public than by shopping on the same high street? — Olivia Allen, Vogue, 15 Oct. 2026 Litwack believes luxury brands and high street retailers can make a good match. — Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 13 Oct. 2026 The neighborhood The hotel's historical ties to Waverley Station—a hub for those coming and going from Edinburgh—make this hotel a vital part of Princes Street, the high street of the Scottish capital. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for high street

Word History

First Known Use

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of high street was before the 12th century

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“High street.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/high%20street. Accessed 26 Oct. 2026.

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