footpath

[foot-path, -pahth]

noun

plural

footpaths 

1. a path for people going on foot.

2. British.,  footway.

footpath

/ ˈfʊtˌpɑːθ /

noun

1. a narrow path for walkers only

2. another word for pavement

Word History and Origins

Origin of footpath¹

First recorded in 1520–30; foot + path

Example Sentences

Like many footpath crossings, the site does not have warning lights or barriers and users are expected to stop, look, listen and decide when to cross.

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He faced harsh weather conditions, closed footpaths, severely-blistered feet, and a gout flareup which resulted in a trip to the emergency department.

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She explained that when people follow the public footpath they are now forced to congregate on one small patch of sand because there was "nowhere to go".

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It said any claims for damages caused by injuries suffered walking along the footpath would be passed to Ms Dewar.

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The drugs arrive on small planes or across the many footpaths between the two countries.

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Related Words

• walkway