Definitions for footbridge
ˈfʊtˌbrɪdʒfoot·bridge

Princeton's WordNetRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. footbridge, overcrossing, pedestrian bridgenoun

   a bridge designed for pedestrians

WiktionaryRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. footbridgenoun

   A bridge over a road, railway, river, etc for pedestrians.

Samuel Johnson's DictionaryRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. Footbridgenoun

   A bridge on which passengers walk; a narrow bridge.

   Etymology: foot and bridge.

   Palemon’s shepherd, fearing the footbridge was not strong enough, loaded it so long, ’till he broke that which would have born a bigger burden. Philip Sidney.

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1. Footbridge

   A footbridge (also a pedestrian bridge, pedestrian overpass, or pedestrian overcrossing) is a bridge designed solely for pedestrians. While the primary meaning for a bridge is a structure which links "two points at a height above the ground", a footbridge can also be a lower structure, such as a boardwalk, that enables pedestrians to cross wet, fragile, or marshy land. Bridges range from stepping stones–possibly the earliest man-made structure to "bridge" water–to elaborate steel structures. Another early bridge would have been simply a fallen tree. In some cases a footbridge can be both functional and artistic. For rural communities in the developing world, a footbridge may be a community's only access to medical clinics, schools, businesses and markets. Simple suspension bridge designs have been developed to be sustainable and easily constructed in such areas using only local materials and labor. An enclosed footbridge between two buildings is sometimes known as a skyway. Bridges providing for both pedestrians and cyclists are often referred to as greenbridges and form an important part of a sustainable transport system. Footbridges are often situated to allow pedestrians to cross water or railways in areas where there are no nearby roads. They are also located across roads to let pedestrians cross safely without slowing traffic. The latter is a type of pedestrian separation structure, examples of which are particularly found near schools.

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1. footbridge

   A footbridge is a bridge designed specifically for pedestrians and, in some cases, cyclists, animal traffic, and horse riders, rather than vehicular traffic. It can be constructed over a road, railway, river, or any other obstacle that may be difficult or dangerous for individuals to cross. Footbridges offer a safe alternative to ensure accessibility and convenience for pedestrians.

Webster DictionaryRate this definition:5.0 / 1 vote

1. Footbridgenoun

   a narrow bridge for foot passengers only

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1. Footbridge

   A footbridge or pedestrian bridge is a bridge designed for pedestrians and in some cases cyclists, animal traffic and horse riders, rather than vehicular traffic. Footbridges complement the landscape and can be used decoratively to visually link two distinct areas or to signal a transaction. In many developed countries, footbridges are both functional and can be beautiful works of art and sculpture. For poor rural communities in the developing world, a footbridge may be a community's only access to medical clinics, schools and markets, which would otherwise be unreachable when rivers are too high to cross. Simple suspension bridge designs have been developed to be sustainable and easily constructible in such rural areas using only local materials and labor. An enclosed footbridge between two buildings is sometimes known as a skyway. Bridges providing for both pedestrians and cyclists are often referred to as greenbridges and form an important part of sustainable transport movement towards more sustainable cities. Footbridges are often situated to allow pedestrians to cross water or railways in areas where there are no nearby roads to necessitate a road bridge. They are also located across roads to let pedestrians cross safely without slowing down the traffic. The latter is a type of pedestrian separation structure, examples of which are particularly found near schools, to help prevent children running in front of moving cars.

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1. Chaldean Numerology

   The numerical value of footbridge in Chaldean Numerology is: 7

2. Pythagorean Numerology

   The numerical value of footbridge in Pythagorean Numerology is: 2

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References

1. ^ Princeton's WordNet
   http://wordnetweb.princeton.edu/perl/webwn?s=footbridge
2. ^ Wiktionary
   https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Footbridge
3. ^ Samuel Johnson's Dictionary
   https://johnsonsdictionaryonline.com/views/search.php?term=footbridge
4. ^ Wikipedia
   https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Footbridge
5. ^ ChatGPT
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6. ^ Webster Dictionary
   https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/footbridge
7. ^ Wikidata
   https://www.wikidata.org/w/index.php?search=footbridge