noun
gangway
GANG-way
Gangway (noun) means a narrow passage or aisle used to enter or exit somewhere, such as between seats or buildings. Example: “He squeezed down the gangway to reach his seat before the film started.”
noun
1
A narrow passage or aisle used to enter or exit somewhere, such as between seats or buildings.
"He squeezed down the gangway to reach his seat before the film started."
2
A ramp or bridge for boarding a ship or aircraft.
"Crew members lowered the gangway so passengers could disembark."
intj
1
Used to tell people to clear a path.
"Gangway! Coming through with a hot tray!"
How to use gangway
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA passageway for entering or leaving, especially onto a ship, or a shout to clear the way.
Common pairings
lower the gangway
clear the gangway
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Word forms
- Plural
- gangways
- Third person singular
- gangways
- Past tense
- gangwayed
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Etymology
From Old English gangweġ, literally "a way for going" — from gang ("go, walk") + way.
Synonyms
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Rhymes for gangway
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What does “gangway” mean?
The word “gangway” means a narrow passage or aisle used to enter or exit somewhere, such as between seats or buildings. In plain terms, a passageway for entering or leaving, especially onto a ship, or a shout to clear the way.
How do you pronounce “gangway”?
“Gangway” is pronounced GANG-way (/ˈɡæŋweɪ/ in IPA).
How do you use “gangway” in a sentence?
Here is “gangway” used in a sentence: “He squeezed down the gangway to reach his seat before the film started.”
What part of speech is “gangway”?
Depending on how it is used, “gangway” can be a noun and an intj.
Where does the word “gangway” come from?
The word “gangway” comes from Old English. From Old English gangweġ, literally "a way for going" — from gang ("go, walk") + way.
How many meanings does “gangway” have?
“Gangway” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a narrow passage or aisle used to enter or exit somewhere, such as between seats or buildings.
