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catwalk

[ kat-wawk ]

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noun

a narrow walkway, especially one high above the surrounding area, used to provide access or allow workers to stand or move, as over the stage in a theater, outside the roadway of a bridge, along the top of a railroad car, etc.

catwalk

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noun

a narrow ramp extending from the stage into the audience in a theatre, nightclub, etc, esp as used by models in a fashion show
a narrow pathway over the stage of a theatre, along a bridge, etc

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Word History and Origins

Origin of catwalk¹

First recorded in 1880–85; cat ( def ) + walk

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She patrolled the stage with an undeniable sense of confidence—making her way down to the barricade and strutting up and down the lengthy catwalk, red solo cup in hand.

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Markovic proved herself a strong competitor in her debut, taking the top slot in the first catwalk challenge.

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By this point, she's having a blast – bounding across the catwalk every night, and dropping to her knees between songs to talk to the audience at eye level.

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Long, flowing wigs and weave extensions have dominated the catwalks of Ivory Coast's massively popular beauty pageants for years.

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But she will continue to cast a shadow over the catwalk.

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