Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

alleyway

noun
ˈalēˌwā
Definition
A narrow passage or road between buildings.
Examples
  • She walked through the dark alleyway, feeling the cool breeze on her face.
  • The alleyway was filled with colorful murals that brightened the otherwise dull environment.
  • They found the restaurant tucked away in a quiet alleyway.
Meaning
An alleyway is typically a small, often secluded path that runs behind or between structures, providing access or a shortcut and sometimes used for pedestrian traffic.
Synonyms
  • lane
  • pathway
  • narrow street
  • walkway