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gangway
noun gang·way \ˈgaŋ-ˌwā\
: a passage between sections of seats in a theater, airplane, etc.
—used to tell people in a crowd to move aside so that someone can pass through
Full Definition of GANGWAY
1
: passageway; especially : a temporary way of planks
2
a : either of the sides of the upper deck of a ship b : the opening by which a ship is boarded c : gangplank
3
British : aisle
4
a : a cross aisle dividing the front benches from the backbenches in the British House of Commons b : an aisle in the British House of Commons that separates government and opposition benches
5
: a clear passage through a crowd —often used as an interjection
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First Known Use of GANGWAY
before 12th century
Rhymes with GANGWAY
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GANGWAY Defined for Kids
gangway
noun gang·way \ˈgaŋ-ˌwā\
Definition of GANGWAY for Kids
1
: a passage into, through, or out of an enclosed space
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