walkway

noun

walk·​way ˈwȯk-ˌwā How to pronounce walkway (audio)
Synonyms of walkwaynext
: a passage for walking : walk

Examples of walkway in a Sentence

A covered walkway connects the two buildings.
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But now, the walkway beyond it guides visitors past rows of photographs. — Amir Vahdat, Los Angeles Times, 6 Sep. 2026 The university said the move is intended to improve safety, reduce fire risks associated with lithium-ion batteries and ensure walkways remain accessible. — Gabby Sartori, USA Today, 5 Sep. 2026 Flooding of sea water is likely, around the time of high tide, over vulnerable low-lying coastal areas such as parking lots, beaches, and walkways. — Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 4 Sep. 2026 Also on the Upper Lot was an area dedicated to Fortnite, which drew significant crowds along the walkway as guests stopped to take in the scares and pose in front of the game’s signature Battle Bus. — Tanya Fedak, Variety, 4 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for walkway

Word History

First Known Use

1792, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of walkway was in 1792

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walkway

noun
walk·​way ˈwȯ-ˌkwā How to pronounce walkway (audio)
: a path or passageway for pedestrians
a walkway over the busy street

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