Path

/paθ/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A way or track laid down for walking or made by continual treading.

They walked down the narrow path through the forest.

A course of action or conduct; a particular way of thinking or behaving.

She chose a path in life that focused on helping others.

A route or passage along which something travels.

The rocket's path took it over the ocean.

A trail or route that is often used.

He followed the well-worn path to the village.

In computing, a string that indicates the location of a file or directory.

Make sure to enter the correct path to the file.

Middle English 'pæth', from Old English 'pæþ', of uncertain origin.

path of least resistance

The easiest or most effortless course of action.

path to success

The route one follows to achieve success.

fork in the path

A point where a path divides into two or more directions.

pathway

A passage or route that leads to a destination.

footpath

A path made for pedestrians.

route

A way or course taken in getting from a starting point to a destination.