footpath
Translation
sidewalk, path, trail
Examples
We followed the footpath through the woods.
We followed the path through the woods.
Please walk on the footpath, not on the road.
Please walk on the sidewalk, not on the road.
Grammar Patterns
a footpath ((through/along sth.)) a path for walking We followed the path through the woods.
Similar Words
Synonyms: sidewalk, trail, track; British English: pavement
Etymology
From 'foot' + 'path'. A path for feet (i.e., for walking).
Memory Tips
Simply a path made for your feet to walk on. In the US, 'sidewalk' is more common for paths beside a road.