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Definition of express lane noun from the Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary

express lane

noun
 
/ɪkˈspres leɪn/
 
/ɪkˈspres leɪn/
(especially North American English)
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  1. part of a road on which certain vehicles can travel faster because there is less trafficTopics Transport by car or lorryc1
  2. a place in a shop where customers can pay without having to wait for a long time
    • Customers with ten items or less can use the express lane.
    compare checkout (1), till (2)
See express lane in the Oxford Advanced American Dictionary
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