runway

(runwā′)

noun

a way, as a channel, track, chute, groove, trough, etc., in, on, or along which something runs, or moves; specif.,
  1. the channel or bed of a stream
  2. a strip of leveled, usually paved ground, for use by airplanes in taking off and landing
  3. a track or ramp for wheeled vehicles
  4. a beaten path made by deer, etc.
  5. a narrow platform extending from a stage out into the audience

See runway in American Heritage Dictionary 4

noun
  1. A strip of level, usually paved ground on which aircraft take off and land.
  2. A path, channel, or track over which something runs.
  3. The channel of a stream.
  4. A chute down which logs are skidded.
  5. A narrow track in a bowling lane on which balls are returned after they are bowled.
  6. A smooth ramp for wheeled vehicles.
  7. A narrow walkway extending from a stage into an auditorium.

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