runway

[ruhn-wey]

runway Definition

• 1. a leveled strip of smooth, paved or cleared land designed for the landing and takeoff of aircraft
• 2. a narrow platform extending from a stage into the audience area, used by models to walk along while displaying clothing
• 3. a track or strip of land on which a vehicle can run

Using runway: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "runway" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The airplane landed safely on the runway.

• Example

  The fashion show featured models walking down the runway in designer clothes.

• Example

  The car drove down the runway at high speed.

runway Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for runway

• airstrip
• tarmac
• catwalk
• stage
• landing strip

Phrases with runway

• runway model

  a person who models clothing on a runway

  Example

  She is a famous runway model who has walked for many top designers.

• runway show

  a fashion show where models walk down a runway to display clothing

  Example

  The designer's latest collection was showcased in a glamorous runway show.

• runway lights

  lights that illuminate the runway to help pilots see during takeoff and landing

  Example

  The airport installed new runway lights to improve visibility for pilots.

Origins of runway

from the phrase 'run way', meaning a way for running

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Summary: runway in Brief

A 'runway' [ruhn-wey] is a leveled strip of land designed for aircraft to land and take off. It can also refer to a narrow platform used by models to walk along while displaying clothing. The term can also be used to describe a track or strip of land on which a vehicle can run. Examples include 'The airplane landed safely on the runway.' and 'The fashion show featured models walking down the runway in designer clothes.'