Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
trestle-bridge
noun
/ˈtrɛs.əl brɪdʒ/
Definition
A bridge supported by a framework of trestles, typically used for spanning a valley or body of water.
Examples
- The railroad company built a new trestle-bridge to improve travel time.
- Walking across the old trestle-bridge was a thrilling experience.
- The engineers designed the trestle-bridge to withstand heavy loads.
Meaning
A trestle-bridge is a structure that combines vertical and horizontal supports to create a stable platform, often used in railway construction or for vehicles to cross over.
Synonyms
- railway bridge
- framework bridge
- supporting bridge
