pathway

noun

path·​way ˈpath-ˌwā 

ˈpäth-

1

: path, course

2

: a line of communication over interconnecting neurons extending from one organ or center to another

also : a network of interconnecting neurons along which a nerve impulse travels

3

: the sequence of usually enzyme-catalyzed reactions by which one substance is converted into another

metabolic pathways

Synonyms of pathway

• path
• footpath
• trail

Examples of pathway in a Sentence

We walked along a winding pathway.

we parked our car near a rambling pathway that led down to the pond

Recent Examples on the Web

By drastically shortening data movement and adding many more vertical pathways, the chip can achieve both higher throughput and lower energy per operation, a combination long viewed as out of reach for conventional, flat architectures. —Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 14 Dec. 2025

Saudi Arabia is also reinforcing the need to lay out a pathway to a Palestinian state as the only way to ensure a durable peace, as well as being a precondition for diplomatic ties between Israel and Riyadh. —Laura Kelly, The Hill, 13 Dec. 2025

Now in its sixth year, Gardens Aglimmer invites guests to stroll through pathways illuminated with giant glowing flowers, shimmering snowflakes, twinkling archways, and sparkling deer. —Kirby Adams, Louisville Courier Journal, 12 Dec. 2025

The walk-through tunnels and illuminated pathways offer unique photo ops designed for families and people wanting to share holiday memories on their social media. —Drink Eat Relax Events, Charlotte Observer, 12 Dec. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing pathway

• neural pathway

Rhymes for pathway

• airway
• allay
• archway
• array
• ashtray
• astray
• aue
• away
• ballet
• belay
• beltway
• beret

Kids Definition

pathway

noun

path·​way ˈpath-ˌwā 

ˈpȧth-

: path

Medical Definition

pathway

noun

path·​way ˈpath-ˌwā, ˈpȧth- 

1

: a line of communication over interconnecting neurons extending from one organ or center to another

also : a network of interconnecting neurons along which a nerve impulse travels

2

: the sequence of usually enzyme-catalyzed reactions by which one substance is converted into another

metabolic pathways