General
gangway
What does gangway mean?
The slim walkway running between neighboring buildings, especially Chicago's characteristic bungalows and two-flats.
"Take the gangway around to the backyard."
Origin
Chicago residential architecture term.
Frequently asked questions
What is a gangway in Chicago?
It is the narrow walkway running between two neighboring houses, common between Chicago's bungalows and two-flats.
How is gangway used in Chicago?
People use it for the side passage, as in 'Take the gangway around to the backyard.'
Does gangway mean the same thing everywhere?
Elsewhere it can mean a ship's boarding ramp or a call to clear a path, but in Chicago it specifically means the passage between houses.
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