road

An open, generally public way for the passage of vehicles, people, and animals.

The surface of a road; a roadbed.

A course or path.

A railroad.

A roadstead.

(down the road) In the future; at a later date.

(on the road) On tour, as a theatrical company.

(on the road) Traveling, especially as a salesperson.

(on the road) Wandering, as a vagabond.