Definition

A narrow path or passage that is located between buildings.

Example

The children played hide and seek in the alleyway behind the houses.

Conversation

Have you ever walked through that old alleyway behind the coffee shop?

Yeah, I went there last week. It was kind of creepy but interesting.

I heard it has some cool street art hidden in the alleyway.

Definitely! You should check it out; the art is really impressive.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Alleyway → The word is formed from "alley" (from Old French *alee*, meaning a passage or walkway) and "way" (from Old English *weg*, meaning a path or road). An alleyway refers to a narrow passage or path, typically between buildings.

Memory Tip

Think of an 'alley' as a 'passage' and a 'way' as a 'path' — together, they create a narrow path or passage between buildings.

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