walkway

noun

walk·​way ˈwȯk-ˌwā 

: a passage for walking : walk

Examples of walkway in a Sentence

A covered walkway connects the two buildings.

Recent Examples on the Web

These stand-up torches offer a warm, flickering glow while helping define walkways, patios, and gathering spaces. — Alexandra Emanuelli, Southern Living, 1 July 2026

In nearby Altadena, another wind phone sits in a wooden framed telephone booth with vertical glass windows at the end of a brick walkway. — Staff Photographer, Los Angeles Times, 6 July 2026

The brick walkway from the street leads to the main entrance, a Connecticut River Valley doorway that is elaborate, unique, and beautiful. — James Alexander, Hartford Courant, 5 July 2026

American flags lined the walkway and, inside the auditorium, about 100 persons took part in a patriotic service. — Orlando Sentinel Staff, The Orlando Sentinel, 4 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1792, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for walkway

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

Kids Definition

walkway

noun

walk·​way ˈwȯ-ˌkwā 

: a path or passageway for pedestrians

a walkway over the busy street