Rule Of The Road Definition
rules-of-the-road
noun
A set of customary practices, especially for the operation of a motor vehicle, boat, or aircraft, established to promote efficiency and safety.
American Heritage
A set of established rules or practices, usually unstated, intended to minimize confusion or conflict.
American Heritage
The regulation requiring all traffic (travelling on a road or otherwise) to keep either to the left or the right.
Wiktionary
(nautical) A regulation concerning safe handling of vessels on seaways.
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