runway

Meanings

• noun

  A long, clear area in an airport or airfield used for the takeoff and landing of aircraft.

  - "The plane taxied to the runway and began its takeoff."
  - "The runway was closed due to heavy rain."

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈɹən-/
   
   
   
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2. /ˈɹən-/
   
   
   
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Synonyms

catwalk

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with runway
rune way , june way , mune way

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Variants

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runway , runways

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Etymology

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Originally, a 'runway' was a cleared path or roadway, particularly one for horses or other animals. In aviation, the term evolved to refer to a cleared area for the takeoff and landing of aircraft.

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Trivia

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1. The longest runway in the world is the Runway 35L at the Dubai International Airport, measuring 14,513 feet (4,421 meters) long.

2. The term 'runway' comes from the Old English word 'rinnan,' which means 'to flow or run'.

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Related Concepts

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1. Airport: A large airport typically has multiple runways for the takeoff and landing of aircraft.

2. Runway lights: Runway lights are used to guide pilots during takeoff and landing.

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Culture

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In fashion, a 'runway' is also the term used for a long, narrow stage where models display clothing. This usage of the term comes from the early days of fashion shows, which were originally held in aircraft hangars.

How to Memorize "runway"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a long, clear strip of land at an airport. Airplanes take off and land there.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'runway' with the idea of a cleared path or roadway.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Runway: Roadway Under Many Airplanes Yielding Takeoff' to remember the meaning of the word.

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