path

[pæθ]

path Definition

• 1. a way or track laid down for walking or made by continual treading
• 2. a course of action or way of achieving a specified result

Using path: Examples

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

• Example

  The path through the forest was narrow and winding.

• Example

  She decided to pursue a career path in medicine.

• Example

  The company is on a path to success.

• Example

  He followed the path of his father and became a lawyer.

path Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for path

• track
• trail
• route
• course
• lane

Antonyms for path

• blockage
• obstacle

Phrases with path

• off the beaten path

  away from the frequently traveled routes

  Example

  We took a hike off the beaten path and discovered a beautiful waterfall.

• cross someone's path

  to meet or encounter someone, often unexpectedly

  Example

  I never thought I'd cross paths with my high school sweetheart again, but we ran into each other at the grocery store.

• lead someone down the garden path

  to deceive or mislead someone

  Example

  Don't let him lead you down the garden path with false promises.

Origins of path

from Old English 'pæth'

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Summary: path in Brief

The term 'path' [pæθ] refers to a way or track for walking or a course of action. It can be a physical trail or a metaphorical route, as in 'She decided to pursue a career path in medicine.' Phrases like 'off the beaten path' denote an unusual or less-traveled route, while 'cross someone's path' means to meet or encounter someone. 'Lead someone down the garden path' is an idiom that means to deceive or mislead someone.