facing the street; on the street
Meanings
2 senses · 7 examplesverb
to face the street; to front onto the street; to be located on the street front
Describes buildings, shops, or structures that are situated directly facing the street, often implying visibility and accessibility.
The hotels here all face the street with a large L-shaped counter.
This shop stands facing the street and does very brisk business.
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They bought a house facing the street, planning to open a café.
noun
the street; (dialect) on the street; in the street
dialectRegional usage, particularly in northern Chinese dialects. Can function as a location noun or adverbially to mean 'in the middle of the street'.
Going out of the courtyard gate, he headed straight for the street.
The children are playing in the street; adults need to watch them carefully.
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Many people were standing in the street; no one knew what had happened.
He started crying loudly in the street, attracting crowds of onlookers.