Headway (Noun)
Meaning 1
Vertical space available to allow easy passage under something.
Classification
Nouns denoting quantities and units of measure.
Examples
- The bridge's low headway made it difficult for the sailboat to pass underneath without lowering its mast.
- The engineer carefully calculated the headway required for the new highway overpass to ensure large trucks could safely drive under it.
- The boat's captain had to navigate through the narrow channel with caution, mindful of the limited headway between the water and the low-hanging bridge.
- The construction team had to adjust the height of the new pedestrian bridge to provide sufficient headway for the passing trains.
- The pilot checked the headway clearance before attempting to fly the small plane under the power lines.
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Meaning 2
Forward movement; "the ship made little headway against the gale".
Classification
Nouns denoting natural events.
Examples
- The rescue team made slow headway through the dense jungle.
- The ship struggled to make headway against the strong currents.
- Despite the setbacks, the researchers were making steady headway in their project.
- The hikers had to turn back as they were making no headway in the treacherous terrain.
- The cyclist made little headway on the steep hill, her legs burning from the effort.