stopway

/ˈstoʊpwɛɪ/

Definitions

1. noun

A strip of land at the end of a runway, typically at the edge of an airport, where an aircraft can stop in case of an engine failure.

“The pilot was trained to use the stopway in case of an emergency landing.”

2. noun

A narrow passage or strip of land, especially at the edge of a beach or a lake.

“The stopway along the beach offered a scenic view of the surrounding landscape.”

Synonyms

  • runway
  • strip

Antonyms

  • extension
  • runway