Definition

A path or lane specifically designed for bicycles to travel safely.

Example

The city is planning to build a new bikeway to encourage more people to ride their bikes.

Conversation

Have you tried riding on the new bikeway downtown?

Not yet, but I heard it's really nice and safe.

Yeah, I want to check it out this weekend.

Sounds like a plan! Let's ride together.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Bikeway → It is formed from "bike" (a colloquial term for bicycle, which comes from the combination of "bi-" meaning two and "cycle" from Greek "kyklos" meaning circle) and "way" (from Old English "weg" meaning path or road). The word "bikeway" refers to a path or road specifically designed for bicycles.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'path' ('way') made for 'two wheels' ('bike') — that's what a bikeway is.

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