Dear John Dear,
Here's something that has always bothered me.
Why do we Drive on Parkways and Park on Driveways?
Confused Driver
Dear Confused,
Really it just comes down to the fact that things will change without changing the name.
Parkways refer more to a location than to an action. Parkways are usually found enclosed by... Class? That's right parks, they have long scenic views going along on both sides of the road. Even though Driveways don't describe a location it is more likely still descriptive. Driveways were actually long drives from a main road that lead up to the main house on the property. While now they are short blocks of cement that lead a matter of 10 - 15 feet up to a garage. So in short you do drive on a driveway, even if it's a short distance, and there is a park near a parkway. Good luck and hope the English language isn't so fuckie for you in the future.
John Dear
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