Headway: meaning, definitions and examples
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headway
[ หhษdหweษช ]
progress, movement
Headway refers to the forward movement or progress made, particularly in a difficult situation. It can also indicate the space or distance required for a vehicle to move forward without obstruction. The term is often used in contexts related to travel, work, and overcoming obstacles.
Synonyms
advancement, improvement, progress.
Examples of usage
- We made significant headway on the project after the team's brainstorming session.
- Despite the rain, the construction crew made headway on the new building.
- The ship was able to make headway against the strong current.
Translations
Translations of the word "headway" in other languages:
๐ต๐น avanรงo
๐ฎ๐ณ เคชเฅเคฐเคเคคเคฟ
๐ฉ๐ช Fortschritt
๐ฎ๐ฉ kemajuan
๐บ๐ฆ ะฟัะพััะฒะฐะฝะฝั
๐ต๐ฑ postฤp
๐ฏ๐ต ้ฒๅฑ
๐ซ๐ท avancement
๐ช๐ธ avance
๐น๐ท ilerleme
๐ฐ๐ท ์ง์
๐ธ๐ฆ ุชูุฏู
๐จ๐ฟ pokrok
๐ธ๐ฐ pokrok
๐จ๐ณ ่ฟๅฑ
๐ธ๐ฎ napredek
๐ฎ๐ธ framfarir
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะฐะปาะฐ ะถัะปะถั
๐ฌ๐ช แฌแแแกแแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ irษlilษyiล
๐ฒ๐ฝ avance
Etymology
The word 'headway' originated in the early 19th century, derived from the combination of 'head' and 'way.' The term 'head' comes from the Old English 'heafod,' which means 'the upper part of the body' or 'leading part.' 'Way' stems from the Old English 'weg,' meaning 'a way, path, or road.' The combination reflects the concept of making progress or moving forward on a path. Initially used in maritime contexts to describe a ship's forward movement, the term gradually evolved to encompass broader meanings in various fields, including business and personal development. Today, it is frequently used to signify progress in overcoming challenges, whether in projects, tasks, or life in general.
Word Frequency Rank
With rank #15,356, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.
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- 15353 defied
- 15354 criticizing
- 15355 sever
- 15356 headway
- 15357 mammal
- 15358 taut
- 15359 conventionally
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