one-way street noun3 •A road in which traffic is allowed to proceed in only one direction. •(figurative) Something that lacks reciprocity.Romantic love is not selfless but selfish. Although real love is not altruistic, nor is it narcissistic – a 'me-only', one-way street relationship. — 2009 •(figurative) A course of action that cannot be undone. formsone-way streets