1
: a little traveled side road
2
: a secondary or little known aspect or field
meandering more and more in the fascinating byways of learning—
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I prefer to take byways to town.
He's traveled the highways and byways of this country.
the byways of the art world
The book chronicles some of the interesting byways of legal history.
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The Back Roads and Byways of America No matter your destination, the back roads and byways of America are sure to showcase the diverse landscapes and cultural heritage of the United States.
—Roger Sands, Forbes.com, 1 July 2025
Signs and billboards sprouted along highways and byways in Douglas County, in favor and against, as the special election drew nearer and mail voting began.
—John Aguilar, Denver Post, 25 June 2025
On highways and byways in and around town, Parton’s name and likeness are splashed on more roadside billboards than a self-promoting personal injury lawyer.
—David Dickstein, Oc Register, 4 June 2025
Designed as a scenic byway—not a commuter route—the highway is free of billboards, gas stations, and businesses.
—West Virginia Tourism, AFAR Media, 9 May 2025
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Roger Sands, Forbes.com, 1 July 2025
Signs and billboards sprouted along highways and byways in Douglas County, in favor and against, as the special election drew nearer and mail voting began.
—John Aguilar, Denver Post, 25 June 2025
On highways and byways in and around town, Parton’s name and likeness are splashed on more roadside billboards than a self-promoting personal injury lawyer.
—David Dickstein, Oc Register, 4 June 2025
Designed as a scenic byway—not a commuter route—the highway is free of billboards, gas stations, and businesses.
—West Virginia Tourism, AFAR Media, 9 May 2025
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“Byway.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/byway. Accessed 21 Jul. 2025.
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byway
noun
by·way
ˈbī-ˌwā 
: a little-traveled side road
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