runway
/ˈɹən-/
B1 · Intermediate★★★☆☆
Simple Meaning
a long, flat road where planes take off and land
When to Use
✈️Travel English📰News & Media
Intermediate — can handle common situations
Examples in Conversation
“The plane is waiting on the runway for permission to take off.”
“Snow on the runway delayed all flights this morning.”
Learning Path
▶Full Definition
A defined, narrow section of land or an artificial structure used for access.
Related Words
Synonyms:
airstriptarmac
Word Family:
runways