Definition

A path or set of footprints made by a person or animal, often found in soft ground, and can also refer to fossilized tracks.

Example

The archaeologists discovered an ancient trackway that showed the movement of dinosaurs.

Conversation

Have you seen the trackway near the lake?

Yeah, I walked there last weekend; it was really cool!

I heard it has some ancient footprints preserved in the mud.

Absolutely! It's fascinating to think about who walked there ages ago.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Trackway → It is formed from "track" (from Old English *tracian*, meaning to pull or draw) and "way" (from Old English *weg*, meaning path or road). The word "trackway" refers to a path or road that is marked by tracks or trails.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'path' ('way') that is marked by 'traces' ('track') left behind — that's what a trackway is.

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