noun a person who crosses a street at a place other than a regular crossing
In urban planning, jaywalking can be a concern for pedestrian safety and traffic flow, leading to the design of safer pedestrian crossings and enforcement of jaywalking laws.
A jaywalker is someone who crosses the street without using a crosswalk or against a traffic signal, which is illegal and can result in a fine.
Jaywalking can pose a risk to public safety by increasing the chances of accidents between pedestrians and vehicles.
City governments may implement campaigns to educate the public about the dangers of jaywalking and enforce laws to promote safer pedestrian behavior.
The term 'jaywalker' may be used in a metaphorical sense by writers to describe someone who goes against the norm or breaks rules in a rebellious way.
Psychologists may use the term 'jaywalker' in discussions about risk-taking behavior or nonconformity in individuals.