Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

land-bridge

Noun

/lænd brɪdʒ/

Definition

A land connection between two larger landmasses, providing a path for the movement of organisms, people, or technology.

Examples

The Bering land-bridge once connected Asia and North America, allowing ancient species to migrate.
Archaeologists believe that prehistoric humans used the land-bridge to move between continents.
Environmental changes led to the formation of a land-bridge, altering animal migration patterns.

Meaning

The term ‘land-bridge’ refers to a strip of land that connects two larger regions, often used in historical contexts to describe land that was once submerged underwater but became exposed due to changes in sea levels. It facilitates migration and exchange.