Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
carve-a-path
idiom
/kɑːrv ə pæθ/
Definition
To create a new way or direction, often through effort and determination.
Examples
- After years of hard work and dedication, she was able to carve a path for herself in the competitive industry.
- He decided to carve a path for his career by pursuing his passion for photography.
- The pioneers carved a path through the dense forest to reach the new settlement.
Meaning
The phrase ‘carve a path’ usually implies taking initiative to establish a route or strategy in a situation where one did not previously exist.
Synonyms
- forge a way
- create a route
- establish a direction
