English Expression · Intermediate
ramp meter
A traffic light that is located at the end of an on-ramp to regulate vehicles entering a highway
Pronunciation: say ramp meter
Meaning
A traffic light that is located at the end of an on-ramp to regulate vehicles entering a highway.
Example
Traffic flow improved significantly once the city installed a ramp meter at the highway entrance.
Traffic flow improved significantly once the city installed a ramp meter at the highway entrance.
Practice tips
- Practice ramp meter out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English expression is for intermediate-level learners.