Why did the chicken cross the road? To avoid being called a "jaywalker" of course!
The term "jaywalker" originated in the early 20th century, combining "jay," a slang term for an unsophisticated person, with "walker." Essentially, it labeled someone crossing streets improperly as a country bumpkin unfamiliar with city ways.
This pejorative was popularized by the burgeoning automobile industry to shift blame for accidents from drivers to pedestrians, thereby promoting the idea that streets were primarily for cars.
So, next time you're tempted to cross midblock, remember: the term "jaywalker" was crafted to keep pedestrians in check and prioritize vehicles.
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