pathway

American  

[path-wey, pahth-] / ˈpæθˌweɪ, ˈpɑθ- /

noun

1. a path, course, route, or way. ways.

2. Biochemistry.  a sequence of reactions, usually controlled and catalyzed by enzymes, by which one organic substance is converted to another.

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pathway British  

/ ˈpɑːθˌweɪ /

noun

1. another word for path path

2. a route to or way of access to; way of reaching or achieving something

3. courses taken by a student to gain entry to a higher course or towards a final qualification

4. biochem a chain of reactions associated with a particular metabolic process

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pathway Scientific  

/ păth′wā′ /

1. A chain of nerve fibers along which impulses normally travel.

2. A sequence of enzymatic or other reactions by which one biological material is converted to another.

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Other Word Forms

• pathwayed adjective

Etymology

Origin of pathway

First recorded in 1530–40; path + way ¹

Example Sentences

Through a rapid thermal annealing process, the team formed a highly curved graphene structure with controlled pathways that allow ions to move with exceptional speed and efficiency.

From Science Daily

As these pathways expand, the organization of communication networks becomes more refined.

From Science Daily

Both have higher burdens of proof than asylum but don’t provide a pathway to citizenship.

From Los Angeles Times

It is creating additional, credible pathways so students can confidently explore futures that match their interests, not merely those with the loudest recruiting machinery.

From The Wall Street Journal

"This is not just about peace deals. It's about creating a pathway forward that leaves Ukraine sovereign, independent and prosperous," Rubio said at the start of the negotiations.

From Barron's

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