Gangway (noun)

A passage or walkway on a ship or in a theater, factory, etc., that allows people to board or leave.

Origin:

The word "gangway" is derived from the word "gang" meaning go and "way" meaning a path or route. it first appeared in the early 1800s in the united kingdom.

Examples:

1. The passengers made their way down the gangway to disembark the ship.
2. He walked up the gangway to board the ship.
3. The crew lowered the gangway to allow the passengers to disembark.
4. The fire marshal ordered the crowd to clear the gangway.
5. The ship was docked and the crew lowered the gangway for the passengers to disembark.