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Why would a road or route be blocked from OpenStreetMaps? That doesn't really provide any security if the area is public.

In what way do you mean “public”?

Not parent poster, but I'd describe a commute road as "very public".

My question still stands. What does “public” mean here?

It means people walk by, take photos and post it on Instagram 500 times per day.

You can also refer to Merriam Webster.

You'll need to clarify what your question means for more detail than that.