swinney

/ˈswɪni/
noun
  1. A narrow, rough path or track, especially one used by animals or in rural areas.
    • We followed the swinney through the woods to reach the old cabin.
    • A muddy swinney led from the barn to the pasture.
    • The sheep made a swinney along the hillside over many years.
  2. A small, narrow lane or alley between buildings or hedges.
    • He parked his bicycle in the swinney to keep it out of the way.
    • The children played in the swinney behind the row of houses.
    • A narrow swinney connected the main street to the churchyard.
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