Alleyway: meaning, definitions and examples

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alleyway

[ ˈæliweɪ ]

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in a city

A narrow street or passage, especially one through the middle of a block giving access to the rear of buildings or to other streets.

Synonyms

alley, lane, passage

Examples of usage

The alleyway behind the shops was dark and deserted.
I heard a noise coming from the alleyway.

Translations

Translations of the word "alleyway" in other languages:

🇵🇹 beco

🇮🇳 गलियारा

🇩🇪 Gasse

🇮🇩 gang

🇺🇦 провулок

🇵🇱 zaułek

🇯🇵 路地 (ろじ, roji)

🇫🇷 ruelle

🇪🇸 callejón

🇹🇷 geçit

🇰🇷 골목

🇸🇦 زقاق

🇨🇿 ulička

🇸🇰 ulička

🇨🇳 小巷 (xiǎo xiàng)

🇸🇮 prehod

🇮🇸 þröng gata

🇰🇿 тұйық көше

🇬🇪 შახტა

🇦🇿 keçid

🇲🇽 callejón

Word origin

The word 'alleyway' originated from the combination of 'alley' and 'way'. An alley is a narrow street or passage, while 'way' refers to a path or route. The term has been used since the 16th century to describe narrow passages or streets, typically found in urban areas. Alleyways have been historically associated with hidden or clandestine activities due to their secluded nature.