alley
UK: ˈæli | US: ˈæli
n. a narrow passageway between or behind buildings
n. a path in a garden or park, often bordered by trees or shrubs
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The word "alley" traces back to the Old French term alee, meaning "a walking or passage," derived from aler ("to go"), which itself comes from the Latin ambulare ("to walk"). Over time, it evolved in Middle English to specifically denote a narrow walkway or passage between structures. The word retains its core meaning of a confined pathway, reflecting its historical connection to movement and spatial navigation.
The children played hide-and-seek in the narrow alley behind the houses.
A quiet alley lined with cherry trees led to the old temple.
The delivery truck couldn’t fit through the tight alley.
She took a shortcut through the alley to reach the market faster.
The café had a charming outdoor seating area in a hidden alley.