a vertical support or column that is constructed in a body of water or on land to bear the weight of a bridge and transfer its loads to the foundation or ground
English Words for "Bridges"
Here you will learn some English words related to bridges such as "viaduct", "aqueduct", and "box girder".
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a temporary bridge that uses floating pontoons to support the bridge deck, allowing for the crossing of water or other obstacles
a type of bridge that uses cables suspended from tall towers or pylons to support the bridge deck
a long, elevated structure that carries a railway or road across a valley or river, typically held up by a series of arches
the simplest type of bridge that consists of a horizontal beam supported at each end by piers or abutments
a type of truss bridge where the load-bearing deck is located on top of the truss structure
a channel or pipeline used to transport water over a long distance, usually from a remote source to a town or city
a portable truss bridge that can be quickly assembled and disassembled for temporary use in military or civilian applications
a bridge that uses triangular-shaped trusses to support and distribute the load, known for its strength and efficiency in spanning long distances
a strong and sturdy rectangular structure used in bridges or buildings, made of a top and bottom part connected by vertical pieces, which helps support heavy weights and distribute the load evenly
a bridge supported by cables attached to towers or pylons, known for its visually striking design and efficient use of materials for spanning long distances
a bridge supported by projecting beams, called cantilevers, without the need for intermediate supports
a simple bridge made of flat stones or slabs placed across pillars or abutments, commonly found in rural areas
a bridge where the roadway or walkway is situated on top of the bridge supports, providing a platform for vehicles, pedestrians, or cyclists
a bridge that can be pulled up in order to control the entrance or passage by people or ships
a bridge designed for pedestrians and cyclists to cross over obstacles, providing a safe and separate pathway for non-motorized transportation
a movable bridge that rotates horizontally around a pivot point to allow water traffic to pass through
a bridge constructed primarily using steel, known for its strength, durability, and versatility in design
a composite material that consists of concrete and embedded reinforcement, typically steel bars or mesh
a type of bridge that uses a curved arch-shaped structure to support and distribute the load
a bridge type that utilizes one or more long horizontal beams, called girders, to support the bridge deck
a structure of stone, concrete, or timber extending from a shore into the water to prevent erosion and retain sand