path-building

noun
UK /ˈpɑːθˌbɪldɪŋ/
US /ˈpæθˌbɪldɪŋ/

The act of making a path for people to walk on.

The path-building in the park took all weekend.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. The process of creating a route or way to get somewhere.

Path-building through the forest helped hikers find their way.

3. In computing, setting up a route for data to travel between places.

Path-building in the network keeps messages moving smoothly.

4. The work of planning and making a way forward for a project or goal.

Their path-building for the new club gave everyone clear steps to follow.