laneway

noun

lane·​way ˈlān-ˌwā How to pronounce laneway (audio)
Synonyms of lanewaynext
British
: lane

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Melbourne revitalized its center by activating small laneways with cafes, art and nightlife. — Liam Stanton, Chicago Tribune, 17 Mar. 2026 Its laneway culture, independent spirit, and deep bar history mirror Death & Co’s own ethos of craft and discovery. — Amber Love Bond, Forbes.com, 27 Feb. 2026 Melbourne’s unmistakable energy—from its famed café culture to its vibrant laneways and cutting-edge galleries—is woven into the event, making the city as much a protagonist as the sport itself. — Jessica Chapel, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 Jan. 2026 Narrow cobblestone laneways, pastel-hued shops, and footpaths meandering past stone houses with tiny backyard vineyards—and hardly other tourists in sight—lend a sense of discovery to daily strolls on this side of the lake. — Lisa Kadane, Travel + Leisure, 1 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for laneway

Word History

First Known Use

1882, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of laneway was in 1882

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“Laneway.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/laneway. Accessed 10 Jul. 2026.

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