Waterway (noun)

1. A river, canal, or other route for boats, ships, or barges to travel along.
2. A channel or path through which water flows.

Origin:

Late 16th century: from water + way.

Examples:

1. The waterway provides a direct route to the ocean.
2. Many waterbirds can be seen along the waterway.
3. The waterway was built to transport goods and people.
4. The waterway is used for recreation and fishing.
5. The waterway is an important source of irrigation.