kept-up path

noun
UK /ˌkept ˈʌp pɑːθ/
US /ˌkept ˈʌp pæθ/

A path that someone takes care of so it stays clean and easy to walk on.

We walked along the kept-up path through the woods.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. A route that is regularly repaired and cleared of obstacles.

The kept-up path made the hike safe for beginners.

3. A way of doing something that is kept in good order over time.

Their kept-up path of daily practice helped the team improve.

4. A garden walk that is trimmed and tidy.

Flowers lined the kept-up path to the front door.