单词 | waygate |
释义 | waygate1/ˈweɪɡeɪt/noun A path or passage providing exit or escape; specifically (a) an opening or channel for the drainage for surplus water; (b) an outlet for the sale of goods or produce. Now rare. OriginLate 16th century (in an earlier sense). From way + gate. waygate2/ˈweɪɡeɪt/Chiefly Scottish and English regional (northern ) noun 1Room or space in which to move; (in early use) especially room to pass through or forward; passage. 2Speed in walking, working, etc.; progress, headway. OriginMid 18th century; earliest use found in William Hutton. From way + gate. |
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