footpath
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/ˈfʊtpæθ/
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/ˈfʊtpɑːθ/
A footpath is a small road or trail meant for walking, usually found in rural or natural areas.
We enjoyed a peaceful stroll along the footpath that wound through the forest.
A footpath can also refer to a sidewalk, which is a flat surface next to a road for pedestrians to walk on.
The city recently installed new lighting along the footpath for the safety of evening walkers.