footpath

noun

foot·​path ˈfu̇t-ˌpath 

-ˌpäth

: a narrow path for pedestrians

Synonyms

• trail
• path
• pathway

Examples of footpath in a Sentence

a footpath winding through the garden

found the footpath leading down into the valley

Recent Examples on the Web

Both footpaths have been on Carlsbad’s master trails map for years. —Phil Diehl, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 Oct. 2025

Along the way, Podolsky shares stories of remarkable people, intriguing history, and the modern challenges facing the Appalachian Trail — all as the iconic footpath marks its 100th anniversary. —Brittney Melton, NPR, 13 Oct. 2025

Create footpaths in these areas to reduce wear and damage to the lawn. —Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 29 Sep. 2025

Outside of the event, wander the town’s flagstone market square or leafy Thames-side footpaths, tour the Henley Distillery, and go for a Sunday roast at the Bottle & Glass Inn. —Chloe Arrojado, AFAR Media, 26 Sep. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for footpath

• bloodbath
• towpath
• warpath
• aftermath
• multipath
• psychopath
• hath
• lath
• math
• path
• rath
• spath

Kids Definition

footpath

noun

foot·​path -ˌpath 

-ˌpȧth

: a narrow path for pedestrians