prelaziste
Prelaziste is a term used in several South Slavic languages to denote a crossing point—the place where passage between two areas is possible. It can refer to natural crossings such as river fords or mountain passes, as well as man-made facilities like bridges, ferries, or border crossings. The concept also covers road junctions or other transit nodes that serve as entry points or transit points for travelers and goods.
Etymology and usage notes: the word derives from prelaz, meaning crossing or passage, combined with a suffix
Function and examples: prelazista may be natural or engineered. Examples include river fords, mountain passes, highway
See also: ford, pass, border crossing, bridge, ferry. While the specific term is most common in South