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Definition of skyway

skyway

/ˈskaɪ.weɪ/
sky · way
Plural:skyways
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skyway Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

North American An elevated, enclosed pedestrian walkway connecting two or more adjacent buildings, especially in urban centers with cold climates.

Example

"During the harsh Minnesota winter, downtown office workers use the heated skyway system to walk between buildings without going outdoors."

2

North American A high-level elevated highway or long viaduct spanning over urban areas or bodies of water.

Example

"Commuters driving across the bay enjoyed panoramic views from the top of the elevated skyway."

3

A designated route or corridor in the air regularly used by commercial and private aircraft.

Example

"Air traffic controllers carefully monitor the busy skyways connecting major international airports."

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• Rhymes for skyway

• Nearby Words

skywatch
skywatcher
skywatching
skyway
skywrite
skywriter
skywriting

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Skyway. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/skyway
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