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fairway
In golf, this term describes the ideal path of travel, carrying a connotation of precision and success. Landing a ball here is the primary goal after the initial tee shot, as it provides a clear, unobstructed approach to the hole, contrasting with the hazardous rough or bunkers.
In maritime navigation, the term shifts to a functional safety requirement. It denotes the specific, surveyed deep-water route that prevents vessels from running aground. While the golf usage is associated with sport and leisure, the nautical usage is associated with industrial safety and strict navigational adherence.
Meanings
Examples
I just need to keep the ball on the fairway to have a chance at birdie.
The ball sliced sharply to the right and landed in the rough instead of the fairway.
Look at that beautiful green fairway stretching toward the horizon.
He managed to land his second shot right on the fairway.
I hope I can hit it straight down the fairway this time.
The captain warned that the ship was drifting out of the fairway.
Large vessels must remain within the designated fairway to ensure safety.
The dredging crew is working to clear the fairway for the incoming cruise ships.