Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
bridge
noun
/brɪdʒ/
Definition
A structure built to span a physical obstacle, such as a body of water, valley, or road, allowing for passage over the obstacle.
Examples
- The Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco is an iconic landmark.
- We walked across the old stone bridge to reach the other side of the river.
- He built a bridge out of wooden planks for the campsite.
Meaning
A bridge connects two points, facilitating movement or transport across spaces that would otherwise be difficult to navigate.
Synonyms
- link
- connection
- overpass
- viaduct
