CATWALK Definition & Meaning

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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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Origin of catwalk¹

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

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

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The pair recently made a couple of appearances at London Fashion Week and these looks certainly wouldn't have been out of place on the catwalk.

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After walking down the catwalk at London Fashion week, he says modelling should be about "showing people how to wear things in different ways, their bodies included."

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The campaign coincided with the rise in concern about the use of excessively thin models on the catwalk.

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They were showcased in a selection of bright colours such as pale green, turquoise and peach - which looked great on the catwalk but may not be appropriate for the morning commute to work.

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