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runway

 

[ ˈrʌnweɪ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

aviation

A runway is a strip of land at an airport on which an aircraft can take off or land. It is typically flat and long enough to accommodate the needs of various types of aircraft.

Synonyms

airport runway, airstrip, landing strip

Examples of usage

  • The airplane taxied to the end of the runway before taking off.
  • The runway was cleared of snow to ensure safe landings and takeoffs.
  • Air traffic control directed the pilot to the assigned runway for landing.
Context #2 | Noun

fashion

A runway is a narrow platform on which models walk to display clothing and accessories during a fashion show. It is often elevated and provides a space for designers to showcase their latest collections.

Synonyms

catwalk, fashion show stage

Examples of usage

  • The models strutted down the runway, showcasing the designer's new line of dresses.
  • The runway was adorned with lights and music to create a captivating fashion show.
  • The fashion designer carefully selected the models to walk the runway.

Translations

Translations of the word "runway" in other languages:

🇵🇹 pista de decolagem

🇮🇳 रनवे

🇩🇪 Startbahn

🇮🇩 landasan pacu

🇺🇦 злітно-посадкова смуга

🇵🇱 pas startowy

🇯🇵 滑走路 (かっそうろ)

🇫🇷 piste de décollage

🇪🇸 pista de despegue

🇹🇷 pist

🇰🇷 활주로

🇸🇦 مدرج الإقلاع

🇨🇿 vzletová dráha

🇸🇰 vzletová dráha

🇨🇳 跑道 (pǎodào)

🇸🇮 vzletno-pristajalna steza

🇮🇸 flugbraut

🇰🇿 ұшу-қону жолағы

🇬🇪 გაფრენის ზოლი

🇦🇿 uçuş-enmə zolağı

🇲🇽 pista de despegue

Word origin

The term 'runway' originated from aviation, where it referred to the strip of land used by aircraft for takeoff and landing. Over time, the term was adopted in the fashion industry to describe the platform on which models showcase clothing during fashion shows. The dual usage of 'runway' highlights its versatility across different fields.

See also: outrun, overrun, run, runaway, runnable, runner, runners, running, runoff, runs, runtime.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranked #11,167, this word falls into high-advanced vocabulary. It appears less frequently but is valuable for expressing precise meanings in specific contexts.