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Definition of driveway

driveway

/ˈdraɪv.weɪ/
drive · way
Plural:driveways
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driveway Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

A private road or paved area providing vehicular access from a public street to a house, garage, or other building.

Example

"She parked her car in the driveway and walked up the path to the front door."

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Word Origin & Etymology

A compound of 'drive' and 'way', emerging in the late 19th century to describe a private road meant for driving carriages, and later automobiles, up to a house or estate.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Driveway. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 16, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/driveway
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