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Definition of towpath

towpath

/ˈtoʊˌpæθ/
tow · path
Plural:towpaths
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• noun

1

A path or trail running along the bank of a canal or river, originally constructed for horses or mules to walk along while towing barges, and now commonly used by pedestrians and cyclists.

Example

"Cyclists and joggers frequently share the historic towpath that runs alongside the canal."

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• Nearby Words

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Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in the late 18th century during the height of the British canal-building era, combining 'tow' (from Old English 'togian', meaning to drag or draw) and 'path' (from Old English 'pæth').

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