footpath

noun

foot·​path ˈfu̇t-ˌpath How to pronounce footpath (audio)
-ˌpäth
Synonyms of footpathnext
: a narrow path for pedestrians

Examples of footpath in a Sentence

a footpath winding through the garden found the footpath leading down into the valley
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The narrow dirt footpath, called Rose Hill Link Trail on some maps, featured multiple Southern California black walnut trees and at least two healthy Canary Island palms. Jaclyn Cosgrove, Los Angeles Times, 30 Apr. 2026 Follow the footpath that winds above the river to discover even more natural pools with few, if any, other guests, and enjoy a soak with only the sound of the jungle and the river running gently below. Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 Apr. 2026 So for about 18 years, pedestrians and bicyclists vibing on the footpath alongside the Blue Line would come to an abrupt stop near the I-277 overpass. Desiree Mathurin april 29, Charlotte Observer, 29 Apr. 2026 Luckily, there’s a footpath for doing just that. Patrick Connolly, The Orlando Sentinel, 17 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for footpath

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of footpath was in the 15th century

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“Footpath.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/footpath. Accessed 6 May. 2026.

Kids Definition

footpath

noun
foot·​path -ˌpath How to pronounce footpath (audio)
-ˌpȧth
: a narrow path for pedestrians

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