Word Noun
catwalk
n.
C1 Advanced US /ˈkætˌwɑk/ UK /kˈætwɔːk/ cat·walk UK spelling catwalks
Definition
n.a narrow, raised platform or walkway on a ship. It is used by the crew to move around the deck safely.
n.a narrow, raised platform or walkway on a ship's deck, used by the crew for movement and safety.
Examples
“The sailors walked along the catwalk to reach the main mast.”
“During the storm, the crew stayed on the catwalk to avoid being swept overboard by the heavy waves.”
“The ship's catwalk provided a stable surface for the engineers to inspect the hull while the vessel was docked for repairs.”
Real-world usage
“The hedge fund headcase’s tentacles ran deep in the world of catwalks and mannequins.”
Etymology
From cat + walk.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
This entry
Level C1 · Advanced
Frequency Occasional
Updated