Defn: A suffix formed from way by the addition of the adverbial -s (see -wards). It is often used interchangeably with wise; as, endways or endwise; noways or nowise, etc.
WAY SHAFT
Way" shaft`.
1. (Mach.)
Defn: A rock shaft.
2. (Mining)
Defn: An interior shaft, usually one connecting two levels. Raymond.
WAYSIDE
Way"side`, n.
Defn: The side of the way; the edge or border of a road or path.
WAYSIDE
Way"side`, a.
Defn: Of or pertaining to the wayside; as, wayside flowers. "A wayside inn." Longfellow.