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

• footpath
• path
• trace
• track
• 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

The idea is to have pathways for players to move through the BKFC system, develop and get playing time. —Asli Pelit, Sportico.com, 20 July 2024

Verdant foliage and towering palm trees trail the pathway to its front door. —Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 19 July 2024

But the reality in California and elsewhere is that traditional pathways to higher-wage employment, like training or a four-year degree, are out of reach for many young jobseekers like me. —Edgar Alas, The Mercury News, 19 July 2024

There needs to be more support for athletes academically, to help educate them on entrepreneurial pathways, says Victoria Jackson, sports historian and professor at Arizona State University. —Ira Porter, The Christian Science Monitor, 18 July 2024

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing pathway

• neural pathway

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