gangway

Short definition from Wiktionary

Noun

1. 1
   A passageway through which to enter or leave: An aisle between rows of seating (especially in a train, aircraft or auditorium).
2. 2
   A passageway through which to enter or leave: The dividing aisle between the rows of seats on either side of the House of Commons. Used chiefly with reference to terms such as below the gangway.
3. 3
   A passageway through which to enter or leave: The narrow space between two buildings or houses, used to access the backyard/alleyway from the front.
4. 4
   An articulating bridge or ramp, such as from land to a dock or a ship.
5. 5
   A passage along either side of a ship's upper deck.
6. 6
   A passage through the side of a ship or an opening in the railing through which the ship may be boarded; (also in later use) a jet bridge.
7. 7
   A temporary passageway, such as one made of planks.
8. 8
   A clear path through a crowd or a passageway with people.
9. 9
   An earthen and plank ramp leading from the stable yard into the upper storey or mow of a dairy barn.

Verb

1. 1
   To serve as, furnish with, or conduct oneself as though proceeding on a gangway.

Interjection

1. 1
   Make way! Clear a path!