walkway

noun

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

Examples of walkway in a Sentence

A covered walkway connects the two buildings.
Recent Examples on the Web
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to show current usage. Read More Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
Before placing the stepping stones or walkway material, start by laying down cardboard along the path route. Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 17 Apr. 2025 One of the suites is adapted for wheelchair users, with extra-wide walkways and support bars in the bathroom. Chris Schaklx, Travel + Leisure, 8 Apr. 2025 Below the elevated walkway where visitors watch, a jaguar patrols the edge of a fence. Sarah Matusek, Christian Science Monitor, 4 Apr. 2025 Long-term plans call for a pedestrian bridge to cross Hayne, along with restrooms, concessions, walkways and restaurants. Carlie Kollath Wells, Axios, 1 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for walkway

Word History

First Known Use

1792, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of walkway was in 1792

Browse Nearby Words

Cite this Entry

“Walkway.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/walkway. Accessed 30 Apr. 2025.

Kids Definition

walkway

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

More from Merriam-Webster on walkway

Last Updated: - Updated example sentences
Love words? Need even more definitions?

Subscribe to America's largest dictionary and get thousands more definitions and advanced search—ad free!