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Meaning of viaduct
A viaduct is a long, high-level bridge-like structure, typically made of a series of arches or spans, that carries a road or railway over a valley or other low-lying area.
Etymology of viaduct
The word "viaduct" originates from the Latin words "via," meaning "road" or "way," and "ductus," meaning "led" or "conducted," with the combined form "viaductus" being used to describe a road or way that is led or conducted over a valley or other obstacle
The term has been used in English since the 17th century to describe these types of structures
Synonyms
bridge
overpass
trestle
aqueduct
flyover
span
crossing
passage
highway
roadway
thoroughfare
causeway
arch
tunnel
culvert
passage
overbridge
viaduct
skyway
elevated highway
interchange
junction
cloverleaf
underpass
railroad
railway
road
route
artery
expressway
freeway
motorway
turnpike
byway
bypath
thoroughfare
concourse
Definitions
- A long bridge-like structure, typically made of a series of arches or spans, that carries a road or railway over a valley or other low-lying area
- * A high-level bridge or roadway that allows traffic to pass over obstacles such as valleys, rivers, or other roads
Usage Examples
- The train rumbled over the viaduct, offering breathtaking views of the valley below
- * The new viaduct will allow traffic to bypass the congested city center
- * The ancient Romans built a viaduct to carry their road over the river