countable an arrangement of closely connected paths separated by tall bushes or trees. The paths often do not lead anywhere, and you have to use your memory and skill to get through
the maze at Hampton CourtPalace
Synonyms and related words
Structures in gardens and parks
arbour
bird bath
bird table
1a
singular a set of many small streets, paths etc that is easy to get lost in
Synonyms and related words
Types of road or path
a one-way/two-way street
approach
A-road
2
countable a children’s game in which you have to find a way through a complicated structure
Synonyms and related words
Children’s games
action
blind man’s buff
catch
3
singular a set of closely connected but complicated rules, issues, ideas etc
a maze of newlegislation
Synonyms and related words
Mysteries, riddles and unknown things or people
mystery
riddle
uncertainty
maze
noun
US /meɪz/
Word Forms
singular
maze
plural
mazes
DEFINITIONS3
1
countable an arrangement of closely connected paths separated by tall bushes or trees. The paths often do not lead anywhere, and you have to use your memory and skill to get through.
Synonyms and related words
Structures in gardens and parks
arbor
bird bath
espalier
1a
singular a set of many small streets, paths, etc. that is easy to get lost in
Synonyms and related words
Types of road or path
a one-way/two-way street
approach
artery
2
countable a children’s game in which you have to find a way through a complicated structure
Synonyms and related words
Children’s games
blind man’s buff
catch
cat’s cradle
3
singular a set of closely connected but complicated rules, issues, ideas, etc.