1. A narrow, poorly lit street or passage, typically between buildings
He walked through the dark alley to reach the main street.
Ele caminhou pela travessa escura para chegar à rua principal.
2. A dimly lit side street or lane, often in older urban areas
The old city has many dark alleys that connect to hidden courtyards.
A cidade antiga tem muitas travessas escuras que conectam a pátios escondidos.