Funicular (Adjective)
Meaning
Relating to or operated by a cable; "funicular railway".
Classification
Relational adjectives (pertainyms).
Examples
- The city's funicular railway was built in the late 19th century to provide a convenient mode of transportation up the steep hill.
- The funicular system used to haul goods up the mountain was an engineering marvel of its time.
- Visitors to the park could ride the funicular railway to the top of the mountain for panoramic views.
- The new funicular cable car was designed to transport tourists up the mountain in comfort.
- The old funicular lift, which had been out of operation for years, was finally restored to its former glory.