By-road is a term frequently used to describe a road that is less traveled or unknown, possibly a side street or back road. There are several synonyms that can be used to describe a by-road. These include side road, back road, crossroad, country road, farm track, forest trail, and rural lane. A side street is a small road that leads off the main road, while a back road is a less-traveled road that runs parallel to a main road. A crossroad is a place where two or more roads intersect, while a country road is a rural road that links towns or villages. A farm track is a small road that leads to a farm or rural area, while a forest trail is a path used for hiking or walking in a wooded area. A rural lane is a narrow road in the countryside.