Meaning of the word "make way" in English

What does "make way" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

make way

US /meɪk weɪ/
UK /meɪk weɪ/

Idiom

1.

to allow someone or something to pass by moving out of the way

Example:
Please make way for the ambulance.
The crowd had to make way for the parade.
2.

to create an opportunity or possibility for something to happen

Example:
New technologies often make way for new industries.
The old system had to make way for a more efficient one.