Towpath (noun)

A path or track along a canal, river, or other waterway, used for pulling or towing boats.

Origin:

From the middle english word "towen", meaning "to pull" and "path", meaning "a way".

Examples:

1. The towpath along the Grand Canal provided a route for barges to be pulled by horses or mules.
2. The towpath along the river was a popular recreational trail for hiking, biking, and jogging.
3. The towpath was also used as a transportation route for goods and passengers before the advent of roads and railways.
4. The towpath was lined with trees and flowers, providing shade and beauty for the travelers and boaters.
5. The towpath was a witness to the industrial revolution and the growth of commerce and trade in the region.