Synonyms of walkwaynext
: a passage for walking : walk

Examples of walkway in a Sentence

A covered walkway connects the two buildings.
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The estate’s outdoor spaces are equally inviting, with covered walkways winding through the picturesque grounds and connecting a deep oval swimming pool, an outdoor kitchen, and a bocce court. — Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 13 Oct. 2026 For all other beaches and harbors, shallow with minor to moderate sea- water flooding will likely impact beaches and walkways, especially with the Sunday morning high tide which could cause local damage to most vulnerable locations such as Venice. — Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 10 Oct. 2026 The complaint alleges that in March 2025, Mayes slipped and fell due to water that had accumulated on a common-area walkway in the condo community from the landscaping sprinklers and irrigation system. — Christyne D. Santisteban, Miami Herald, 8 Oct. 2026 There are ramps throughout, including the walkways to the beach and the docks over the water. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for walkway

Word History

First Known Use

1792, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of walkway was in 1792

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“Walkway.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/walkway. Accessed 14 Oct. 2026.

Kids Definition

: a path or passageway for pedestrians
a walkway over the busy street

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