Lift Bridge (Noun)
Meaning
A bridge that can be raised to block passage or to allow boats or ships to pass beneath it.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The city is famous for its quaint lift bridge that serves as a major tourist attraction during peak season.
- To let the big boat pass beneath it, the operator raised the lift bridge with a slow and rhythmic motion.
- As the large cargo ship approached, the authorities closed the lift bridge to block passage for other ships.
- People often gather on either side of the lift bridge, waiting for it to open or close, and taking in the surrounding scenery.
- The broken lift bridge was taken out of commission while engineers worked to repair the faulty machinery.