Definition
- C1
To allow other vehicles to proceed before you enter a road.
You must give way to vehicles already on the roundabout before entering it.
At uncontrolled intersections, you should give way to traffic approaching from your right.
All vehicles must give way when an ambulance approaches with its sirens on.
- C2
To collapse or break, particularly under significant pressure or force.
The old building gave way during the earthquake.
A section of the levee gave way due to the heavy rain over several days.
The tree’s branches gave way under the force of the strong wind.
To cease resisting or opposing someone or something; to concede or yield.
Despite his initial objections, he eventually gave way.
She refused to give way and stood her ground.
After some argument, they decided to give way and reach a consensus.