path
7 synonyms and 0 antonyms for path, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A track or trail made for walking.
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How to use path
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Etymology
From Old English pæþ, "track, way," a very old Germanic word for a walking trail.
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What does “path” mean?
The word “path” means a track or trail made for walking. In plain terms, a route you can walk along, or, more broadly, a direction or course you're following in life, work, or a computer system.
How do you pronounce “path”?
“Path” is pronounced pahth ([pʰæθ] in IPA).
How do you use “path” in a sentence?
Here is “path” used in a sentence: “A narrow path wound through the woods.”
What is another word for “path”?
Words with a similar meaning to “path” include trail.
What part of speech is “path”?
“Path” is a noun.
Where does the word “path” come from?
The word “path” comes from Old English. From Old English pæþ, "track, way," a very old Germanic word for a walking trail.
Is “path” a common word?
“Path” is a very common word in modern English, usually learned at around the A2 level.
How many meanings does “path” have?
“Path” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a track or trail made for walking.
What is the difference between a path and a road?
A path is a narrow track made for walking, often unpaved and just wide enough for people on foot. A road is a wider, usually paved route built mainly for vehicles. In short, paths carry pedestrians while roads carry traffic, though some paths also allow cyclists.
What is the difference between a path and a trail?
The two overlap heavily. A path is any track made for walking, often in a park, garden, or town. A trail tends to be longer and rougher, following natural terrain through countryside, forest, or mountains. Trails are usually associated with hiking, while paths can be anywhere.
What is an example of a path?
Examples include a garden path leading to a front door, a woodland footpath winding through trees, a paved walking path across a park, or a coastal path along a clifftop. Any track made and used for walking, rather than for vehicles, counts as a path.