noun
footpath
FUUT-pahth
Footpath (noun) means a path or trail intended for walking. Example: “The footpath wound through the woods toward the lake.”
noun
1
A path or trail intended for walking.
"The footpath wound through the woods toward the lake."
2
A paved walkway alongside a road for pedestrians.
"Keep to the footpath — the road has no barrier."
How to use footpath
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA path made for walking, whether in the countryside or along a road.
UK vs US
In British English this often means the same as "pavement" or "sidewalk" in American English.
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Word forms
- Plural
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The _____ wound through the woods toward the lake.
Etymology
From Middle English foot path, foot + path.
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Frequently asked questions
What does “footpath” mean?
The word “footpath” means a path or trail intended for walking. In plain terms, a path made for walking, whether in the countryside or along a road.
How do you pronounce “footpath”?
“Footpath” is pronounced FUUT-pahth (/ˈfʊtˌpæθ/ in IPA).
How do you use “footpath” in a sentence?
Here is “footpath” used in a sentence: “The footpath wound through the woods toward the lake.”
What part of speech is “footpath”?
“Footpath” is a noun.
Where does the word “footpath” come from?
The word “footpath” comes from Middle English. From Middle English foot path, foot + path.
How many meanings does “footpath” have?
“Footpath” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a path or trail intended for walking.
