Etymology:
The word "autobahn" is a German compound word derived from the following:
Meaning and Origin:
The term "autobahn" was coined in the early 20th century as a term for a modern, high-speed, divided highway specifically designed for motor vehicles.
The concept of autobahns emerged in Germany during the Weimar Republic (1919-1933). In 1929, the first modern autobahn, the "Avus" (Automobil-Verkehrs- und Übungs-Straße or Automobile Traffic and Practice Road), was built near Berlin.
The construction of autobahns was seen as a symbol of Germany's technological and economic progress. The Nazi regime under Adolf Hitler heavily promoted the Autobahn network, and its construction became a major public works project.
By the 1930s, the term "autobahn" had become synonymous with Germany's high-quality highway system, and it has remained in use ever since.
Usage:
The term "autobahn" is primarily used in Germany and neighboring countries to refer to their specific network of high-speed highways. Outside of this context, it may also be used generally to refer to a high-quality, divided highway designed for high-speed motorized traffic.
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