Walkway

/ˈwɔːkweɪ/ noun

Definition

A passage or path designed for people to walk on, often covered or elevated.

Etymology

Compound word combining 'walk' (from Old English 'wealcan' meaning to roll or turn) and 'way' (from Proto-Germanic 'wēg' meaning path or road).

Kelly Says

Skywalks connecting buildings in cold cities like Minneapolis or Toronto aren't just convenient—they're lifelines that let people shop and work without ever stepping outside in brutal winter!

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