log-way†

Obs.

DCHP-1 (pre-1967)

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1n.

a road over swampy or muddy terrain built of logs laid side by side at right angles to the way.

Quotations

1833

. . . in the meantime, a school-house is to be formed in the log-way, to be used for Divine Service till the church is prepared.

2n. — Lumbering

an inclined trough for carrying logs from one level to another at a sawmill.

1881

The upper story or saw floor contains . . . one double edger, one trimmer and two log ways, all fitted with the latest improvements and conveniences.