Sidewalk vs. Driveway — What's the Difference?

A sidewalk (North American English), pavement (British English), footpath (Oceanian English), or footway, is a path along the side of a road. Usually constructed of concrete or asphalt, it is designed for pedestrians.

A driveway (also called drive in UK English) is a type of private road for local access to one or a small group of structures, and is owned and maintained by an individual or group. Driveways rarely have traffic lights, but some that bear heavy traffic, especially those leading to commercial businesses and parks, do.

A paved walkway along the side of a street.

A private road that connects a house, garage, or other building with the street.

(US) (usually) a paved footpath located at the side of a road, for the use of pedestrians

A short private road that leads to a house or garage.

Any paved footpath, even if not located at the side of a road

(US) A road that enters or circulates through a defined area, such as an institution, compound, land area, etc., for the purpose of private access, maintenance, or security.

A walk for foot passengers at the side of a street or road; a foot pavement.

A passage or way along or through which a carriage may be driven.

Walk consisting of a paved area for pedestrians; usually beside a street or roadway

A road leading up to a private house;