driveway
UK: ˈdraɪvweɪ | US: ˈdraɪvweɪ
n. a private road leading from a public road to a house or garage
n. a short stretch of paved or graveled road for vehicle access
The word "driveway" emerged in the early 19th century, combining "drive" (from Old English drīfan, meaning "to propel or guide a vehicle") and "way" (from Old English weg, meaning "path or road"). It originally referred to a path designed for driving carriages or vehicles, reflecting the shift from pedestrian pathways to vehicular access routes. The term retains its core logic: a "way" (path) specifically for "driving."
She parked her car in the long driveway leading to the farmhouse.
The snowplow cleared the driveway overnight.
They installed a new gate at the end of the driveway.
The children rode their bikes up and down the driveway.
A winding driveway added charm to the property.