byway
|by/way|
B2
/ˈbaɪˌweɪ/
less traveled path
Etymology
Etymology Information
'byway' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'biweie,' where 'bi-' meant 'side' and 'weie' meant 'way.'
Historical Evolution
'biweie' transformed into the modern English word 'byway' through gradual linguistic evolution.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a side path or road,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a minor or less traveled road or path.
We took a byway to avoid the traffic on the main road.
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Noun 2
a secondary or less prominent field of study or activity.
He explored the byways of medieval history.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42