Gangway — meaning in English

English meaning

• gangway noun A narrow passage or aisle used to enter or exit somewhere, such as between seats or buildings.
• ramp noun A sloped surface connecting two different levels, allowing movement between them without steps.

Senses

Gangway is used for these senses in English:

• gangway A passageway through which to enter or leave.
• jet bridge (aviation) An elevated corridor connecting an airport to a plane, usually enclosed and used for disembarking and embarking passengers and crew.
• ramp (aviation) A mobile staircase that is attached to the doors of an aircraft at an airport.

gangway — full definition

1. noun A narrow passage or aisle used to enter or exit somewhere, such as between seats or buildings.
2. noun A ramp or bridge for boarding a ship or aircraft.
3. intj Used to tell people to clear a path.

ramp — full definition

1. noun A sloped surface connecting two different levels, allowing movement between them without steps.
2. verb To increase something steadily, or to build up quickly (often "ramp up").

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