Lane — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun /ˈlān/

Meaning & Definition of Lane

Lane (noun)

  1. a narrow passageway between fences or hedges
  2. a relatively narrow way or track
  3. an ocean route used by or prescribed for ships

Lane (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. as in byway, laneway

    similar: bypath, byway, laneway (British), approach, avenue, passage, path, route, way, artery, boulevard, bypass, drive, expressway, freeway, high road, highway, pass, passageway, pike, road, roadway, routeway (chiefly British), row, street, thoroughfare, turnpike, walk, walkway, trace, track, trail, airway, bikeway, cycleway (British), channel, gat, watercourse, waterway, door, doorway, gate, gateway, hatch, portal

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Lane

The most common words with a similar meaning to Lane:

British: laneway, cycleway
Chiefly British: routeway
bypath, byway, approach, avenue, passage, path, route, way, artery, boulevard, bypass, drive, expressway, freeway, high road, highway, pass, passageway, pike, road, roadway, row, street, thoroughfare, turnpike, walk, walkway, trace, track, trail, airway, bikeway, channel, gat, watercourse, waterway, door, doorway, gate, gateway

Origin & Etymology of Lane

Middle English, from Old English lanu; akin to Middle Dutch lane lane

First known use: before 12th century

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Lane

Words & Phrases Containing Lane

air lane, carpool lane, fast lane, free throw lane, HOV lane, memory lane, sea-lane

Frequently Asked Questions about Lane

What does "Lane" mean?

"Lane" means a narrow passageway between fences or hedges. As a noun, it is defined as: a narrow passageway between fences or hedges.

What is another word for "Lane"?

Other words for "Lane" include bypath, byway, laneway, approach, avenue, passage, path and route. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Lane" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Lane"?

There are 45 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Lane". Common alternatives include bypath, byway, laneway, approach, avenue, passage, path, route, way and artery.

Is "Lane" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Lane" is a noun.

Is "Lane" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?

As a B2-level word, "Lane" is typical of Cambridge B2 First (FCE), IELTS band 5.5–6.5, TOEFL iBT 72–94, PTE Academic 59–75, TOEIC Listening & Reading 785+.

How do you pronounce "Lane"?

"Lane" is pronounced /ˈlān/.

What is the origin of the word "Lane"?

"Lane" comes from Middle English, from Old English lanu; akin to Middle Dutch lane lane. First known use: before 12th century.

What is another word for "Lane" meaning "as in byway, laneway"?

When "Lane" (noun) means as in byway, laneway, synonyms include bypath, byway, laneway, approach, avenue and passage.