Stairway

/ˈstɛrˌweɪ/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A set of stairs or a staircase, especially one that is used to connect different levels of a building.

The stairway led directly to the rooftop garden.

A passage or series of steps giving access to a higher level.

She climbed the long stairway to reach the observation deck.

A manner of ascent or progression to a higher state or level.

He viewed his career as a stairway to success, with each promotion bringing him closer to his goals.

An architectural feature that provides access between floors.

The grand stairway in the mansion was adorned with intricate carvings.

from 'stair' + 'way', literally meaning 'path of stairs'.

stairway to heaven

A metaphorical or literal path to a place of happiness or peace.

stair

A single step in a stairway.

escalator

A moving staircase used for transporting people.

Stairway to nowhere

I feel like I'm on a stairway to nowhere in this job.