: one or more flights of stairs usually with landings to pass from one level to another
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In March, the building failed an inspection with a number of violations, including for failing to maintain a chimney, failing to maintain exterior stairways as well as rat, bed bug and roach infestations.
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Nell Salzman, Chicago Tribune, 29 July 2025
The announcer advised everyone to calmly and safely proceed to the nearest concourse, ramp or stairway for the duration of the delay.
—Haadiza Ogwude, The Enquirer, 28 July 2025
Check alcoves or stairways for opportunities to leave the crowd.
—Christopher Elliott, USA Today, 11 July 2025
The grounds also offer private beach access via a stairway.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 8 July 2025
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Nell Salzman, Chicago Tribune, 29 July 2025
The announcer advised everyone to calmly and safely proceed to the nearest concourse, ramp or stairway for the duration of the delay.
—Haadiza Ogwude, The Enquirer, 28 July 2025
Check alcoves or stairways for opportunities to leave the crowd.
—Christopher Elliott, USA Today, 11 July 2025
The grounds also offer private beach access via a stairway.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 8 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for stairway
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“Stairway.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/stairway. Accessed 7 Aug. 2025.
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stairway
noun
stair·way
-ˌwā 
: one or more flights of stairs usually with landings to pass from one level to another
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