causeway
What is another word for causeway? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Noun — A raised road or path crossing water, marsh, or other low ground.
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How to use causeway
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
tidal causeway
cross the causeway
Etymology
From Middle English cauce, from Old French cauciee ("paved way"), ultimately from Latin calx ("limestone") — the same root gives French chaussée.
Full origin of causeway →Frequently asked questions
What does “causeway” mean?
The word “causeway” means a raised road or path crossing water, marsh, or other low ground. In plain terms, a raised road or path built across water or wetland.
How do you pronounce “causeway”?
“Causeway” is pronounced KAWZ-way (/ˈkɔːz.weɪ/ in IPA).
How do you use “causeway” in a sentence?
Here is “causeway” used in a sentence: “The causeway floods at high tide, cutting the island off from the mainland.”
What part of speech is “causeway”?
“Causeway” is a noun.
Where does the word “causeway” come from?
The word “causeway” comes from Latin. From Middle English cauce, from Old French cauciee ("paved way"), ultimately from Latin calx ("limestone") — the same root gives French chaussée.
