Gangway

usgb/ˈɡæŋweɪ/
noun

A passage or pathway to walk along.

There is a small gangway between those two houses.
Visual representation of "gangway" - A passage or pathway to walk along

Often appears as...

  • narrow gangway
  • ship's gangway

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Technical

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Spatial Context

Used to describe narrow paths, often in professional or technical environments.

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Follow the gangway to reach the equipment.
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Not Just Ships

'Gangway' isn't exclusive to nautical terms; it's used for any slim walkway.

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The gangway between the shelves was crowded with shoppers.
Visual representation of the word "Gangway"

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