Funicular (Noun)
Meaning
A railway up the side of a mountain pulled by a moving cable and having counterbalancing ascending and descending cars.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The city's famous funicular offered breathtaking views of the valley below as it climbed the steep mountain slope.
- To reach the summit, tourists boarded the funicular at the base of the mountain and enjoyed the scenic ride to the top.
- After a long hike, the group was relieved to catch the funicular back down the mountain, saving their tired legs from the steep descent.
- The historic funicular had been in operation for over a century, transporting people up and down the mountain with its reliable counterbalancing system.
- Visitors to the mountain resort often took a ride on the funicular simply for the thrill of the steep climb and the stunning views from the top.