Street/striːt/ Definition 1 of 5Pro Tip 1/3Urban Geography The term 'street' can refer to the area as well as the thoroughfare itself. They are reconstructing the whole street, including sidewalks. Pro Tip 2/3Not Always Busy 'Street' doesn't imply busyness; some streets can be tranquil or residential. Maple Street is so quiet at night, you can hear the crickets. Pro Tip 3/3Name Variations Streets may be called 'Road', 'Avenue', or 'Boulevard', depending on the region. Mulberry Avenue is the next street parallel to this one.