Turnpike (noun)

1. A road with a barrier, originally of pointed stakes, at the entrance to a town, which was raised or lowered to allow vehicles to pass after payment of a toll.
2. A main road, especially one connecting major towns.

Origin:

Late 16th century: from turn + pike, a variant of pitch (in the sense 'a pointed stake or gatepost').

Examples:

1. The turnpike was a toll road used by travelers to reach their destinations.
2. The turnpike was the quickest route from the city to the coast.
3. The turnpike was maintained by the state and the tolls were used for road maintenance.
4. The turnpike was a popular route for truckers who wanted to avoid heavy traffic on other roads.
5. The turnpike was lined with rest areas and service stations for the convenience of travelers.