1
: a little traveled side road
2
: a secondary or little known aspect or field
meandering more and more in the fascinating byways of learning—
The Times Literary Supplement (London)
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I prefer to take byways to town.
He's traveled the highways and byways of this country.
the byways of the art world
The book chronicles some of the interesting byways of legal history.
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The McKenzie Pass section of the byway closes in winter due to its high elevation and snowy conditions, typically starting in early November.
—Abby Price, Travel + Leisure, 7 Oct. 2025
The byway not only has scenic views but a rich history.
—Paige Moore, AZCentral.com, 7 Oct. 2025
Continue along winding mountain roads deeper into the Sierra, where the scenic byway to Roads End offers access to trailheads and peaceful campsites along the South Fork of the Kings River.
—Emily Lapointe, Outside Online, 30 Sep. 2025
On the famous byway out front, a large white Route 66 emblem is painted on the road.
—Kansas City Star, 29 Sep. 2025
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Abby Price, Travel + Leisure, 7 Oct. 2025
The byway not only has scenic views but a rich history.
—Paige Moore, AZCentral.com, 7 Oct. 2025
Continue along winding mountain roads deeper into the Sierra, where the scenic byway to Roads End offers access to trailheads and peaceful campsites along the South Fork of the Kings River.
—Emily Lapointe, Outside Online, 30 Sep. 2025
On the famous byway out front, a large white Route 66 emblem is painted on the road.
—Kansas City Star, 29 Sep. 2025
See All Example Sentences for byway
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“Byway.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/byway. Accessed 10 Oct. 2025.
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byway
noun
by·way
ˈbī-ˌwā 
: a little-traveled side road
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