Pronunciation: /ˈrʌnˌweɪ/

Definitions of runway

noun a strip of hard ground along which aircraft take off and land

Example Sentences

A1 Planes land and take off from the runway at the airport.

A2 The runway was closed for repairs, so all flights were delayed.

B1 The runway lights guide the pilots during night landings.

B2 The runway was cleared of snow to ensure safe landing of the aircraft.

C1 The runway was extended to accommodate larger aircraft.

C2 The runway at the military base is equipped with advanced technology for precision landings.

adjective used to describe something related to fashion shows or models

Example Sentences

A1 The airplane landed on the runway.

A2 The model strutted confidently down the runway.

B1 The fashion show featured a variety of runway looks.

B2 The pilot skillfully navigated the airplane down the narrow runway.

C1 The designer showcased their latest collection on the runway during Fashion Week.

C2 The runway lighting was perfectly coordinated with the music for the fashion show.

Examples of runway in a Sentence

formal The airplane taxied down the runway before taking off.

informal The model strutted confidently on the runway during the fashion show.

slang I can't believe she ran down the runway to catch her flight!

figurative His career is finally ready for takeoff after years of being stuck on the runway.

Grammatical Forms of runway

past tense

ran

plural

runways

comparative

more runway

superlative

most runway

present tense

run

future tense

will run

perfect tense

have run

continuous tense

is running

singular

runway

positive degree

runway

infinitive

to run

gerund

running

participle

running

Origin and Evolution of runway

First Known Use: 1828 year
Language of Origin: Middle English
Story behind the word: The word 'runway' originated from the Middle English word 'runwei' which referred to a way along which something runs.
Evolution of the word: Originally used to describe a path along which something runs, the term 'runway' evolved to specifically refer to a strip of smooth, level ground along which aircraft take off and land. The modern usage of the word also includes its application in the fashion industry to describe a platform for models to display clothing.