skywalk

noun

sky·​walk ˈskī-ˌwȯk How to pronounce skywalk (audio)
: a usually enclosed aerial walkway connecting two buildings

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There's also the Crown's Edge skywalk ropes course. Colson Thayer, PEOPLE, 29 Apr. 2026 The parking garage will be connected to the new tower via a skywalk that will lead to the tower’s two-story lobby, the new main entrance to the hospital. Kenneth R. Gosselin, Hartford Courant, 26 Apr. 2026 Sushi Just a skywalk stroll from the arena, W‑Tao offers a sleek Japanese retreat perfect for pre‑show dinners. Susan Stapleton, Des Moines Register, 18 Feb. 2026 The Edmonton Pedway and Winnipeg Skywalk are made up of tunnels and skywalks, while Calgary’s Plus 15 network is made up of elevated bridges and walkways. Vivian Song, CNN Money, 17 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for skywalk

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First Known Use

1953, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of skywalk was in 1953

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“Skywalk.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/skywalk. Accessed 5 May. 2026.

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