ways

¹

[weyz]

noun

(used with a singular verb)

1. way.

-ways

²

1. a suffix appearing in native English adverbs.

   always; sideways.

-ways

suffix

1. indicating direction or manner

   sideways

Word History and Origins

Origin of ways¹

Middle English weyes, Old English weges, genitive singular of weg way ¹

Origin of ways²

Middle English; way ¹, -s ¹

Word History and Origins

Origin of ways¹

Old English weges, literally: of the way, from weg _way

Example Sentences

Teams have lost key offensive linemen before, and there are different ways to compensate for that.

From Los Angeles Times

What that does is test the creativity of Harbaugh and offensive coordinator Greg Roman to devise ways to fortify the line and protect Herbert without whittling away too many offensive options.

From Los Angeles Times

Doing so while celebrating the new ways the administration is slashing programmes could derail those efforts.

From BBC

Different parts of the astronomical community chose to define supermoons in slightly varying ways.

From BBC

And in some ways, that stability within the band — along with a supportive and open-minded fan base — is what allows the artists to explore new musical pathways with each release.

From Los Angeles Times

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