pathway

[path-wey, pahth-]

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.

pathway

/ 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

pathway

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.

Other Word Forms

• pathwayed adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of pathway¹

First recorded in 1530–40; path + way ¹

Example Sentences

Exploring how Anatolia, with specific focus on Ayvalık, and Europe were linked during glacial sea-level low stands offers alternative pathways for how early humans moved around the region beyond dominantly emphasized northern mainland-centered routes.

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The workings of history often seem inevitable: Bygone decisions appear inescapable, and the viability of alternate pathways easily discounted.

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“This is the potential pathway to help us in October.”

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In prior shutdowns — for example, 2013 and 2018-2019 — there were some delays of data, but the Fed avoided surprise shocks and tended to follow anticipated pathways.

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"Our homeland is a British Overseas Territory - the government should create a clear pathway for British-Chagossians instead of handing our territory to another country without consulting us," Ms Mandarin Calu said.

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