avenue

noun4

1. •
   a wide street, often lined with trees, that runs in a set direction across a city

   • Boulevards typically (but not exclusively) go east to west; avenues usually run north to south. — 2011
2. •
   A method or means by which something may be accomplished.

   • There are several avenues by which we can approach this problem.
3. •
   A way or opening for entrance into a place; a passage by which a place may be reached; a way of approach or of exit.
4. •
   The principal walk or approach to a house which is withdrawn from the road, especially, such approach bordered on each side by trees; any broad passageway thus bordered.