WAY UP OR WAY DOWN is a phrase that describes the two directions of movement that can be taken when navigating a staircase, RAMP, or other steps. The term can be broken down into three crossword solutions: STEPS (5 letters), RAMP (4 letters), and STAIRS (6 letters). STEPS refer to any type of platform or structure that is used to ascend or descend, such as a ladder or a set of STAIRS. RAMP is a sloped surface that is used to bridge a difference in height, such as a wheelchair RAMP. Finally, STAIRS are a series of steps that are connected to each other and used to move between different levels of a building.