noun
- plural of jaywalking; instances or acts of crossing a street illegally or unsafely, typically against traffic signals or in unauthorized locations
Usage: countable noun; informal
Examples
- The city increased fines for jaywalkings in the downtown area.
- Police officers issued several citations for jaywalkings during rush hour.
- Repeated jaywalkings can result in hefty penalties.
- The intersection saw numerous jaywalkings despite the new traffic signals.
- Pedestrian safety campaigns aim to reduce jaywalkings in busy neighborhoods.