runway

/ˈɹʌnweɪ/
noun

A defined, narrow section of land or an artificial structure used for access.

NWL Collins ENABLE

Noun 4 meanings

  1. A defined, narrow section of land or an artificial structure used for access.

  2. The usual path taken by deer or other wild animals, such as from a forest to a water source.

  3. A narrow walkway (often on a platform) extending from a stage on which people walk, especially one used by models during fashion shows.

  4. In javelin, long jump, and similar events: a short track along which athletes can accelerate themselves for their jumps or throws.

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Where it comes from

Etymology

From run + way.

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RUNWAY at a glance

RUNWAY has 6 letters and scores 12 points in Scrabble (R 1 + U 1 + N 1 + W 4 + A 1 + Y 4) and 13 in Words With Friends, before board bonuses. It ranks #7,964 by how often it appears in everyday English. It is valid in ENABLE, NWL2023, Collins/SOWPODS.

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