Main Entry: run·way

Pronunciation: \ˈrən-ˌwā\

Function: noun

Date: 1833

1 a : a beaten path made by animals b : a passageway for animals
2 : a paved strip of ground on a landing field for the landing and takeoff of aircraft
3 a : a narrow platform from a stage into an auditorium b : a platform along which models walk in a fashion show
4 : run 10b
5 : the area or path along which a jumper, pole vaulter, or javelin thrower runs