Meaning of parallel parking | Babel Free

Definitions

1. The action of parking a vehicle with its side parallel to the curb or the side of the road and facing in the direction of the traffic in the adjacent lane.
   uncountable, usually
2. A driving technique that facilitates such parking.
   uncountable, usually

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Examples

“Requiring parallel parking at the curb for all vehicles of the delivery type.”

“In parking, the applicant is required to maneuver his car into a parallel parking space 1 1/2 car lengths long.”

“... involving straight line driving, maneuvering in close quarters, parallel parking and smooth stopping.”

“The parallel parking or reverse parking manoeuvre is known for being one of the most difficult and as a result, fails a great many driving tests.”

“Parking lanes are provided in urban lanes for side parking. Parallel parking is preferred to perpendicular and oblique because it is safe for vehicles moving on the road.”

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