Telfer (Noun)
Meaning
One of the conveyances (or cars) in a telpherage.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The telfer hung precariously above the ravine as it inched its way along the telpherage.
- During heavy snowstorms, the maintenance crew made sure to inspect each telfer on the mountain route.
- Passengers rode in the enclosed telfer, taking in the breathtaking scenery on the aerial lift.
- The driver experienced a jolt as the telfer was suddenly subjected to strong winds on the overhead cable.
- After years of faithful service, the old telfer was finally retired from the telpherage system and put on display.