Definition

A path or lane specifically designed for bicycles, separate from motor vehicle traffic.

Example

The city is building a new cycleway to encourage more people to ride their bikes.

Conversation

Have you seen the new cycleway they built near the park?

Yeah, I rode my bike on it last weekend, and it was great!

I can't wait to try it out myself; it looks so smooth and safe.

Definitely give it a go — it makes cycling much more enjoyable.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Cycleway → It is formed from "cycle" (from Greek "kyklos", meaning circle or wheel) and "way" (from Old English "weg", meaning path or road). The word "cycleway" refers to a path or road specifically designed for bicycles, emphasizing the circular motion of cycling.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'circle' ('cycle') and a 'path' ('way') — a cycleway is a path designed for riding in circles on a bicycle.

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