Airway
6 lettersnounmoderateUpdated June 2026
Definition
A passage or duct through which air flows for ventilation, especially in a mine.
“Engineers ensured every airway in the mine was kept clear to prevent a dangerous build-up of gas.”
Pronunciation
IPA
/ˈɛːweɪ/
Syllables
air·way
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Wordle
AIR plus WAY, three vowels in a familiar pattern and the WAY ending is a recognisable Wordle suffix.
Scrabble
Worth 12 points, both W and Y contribute to the score, and WAY is a useful hook stem for extension plays.
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