covered bridge

Thân thiện

A horse-drawn carriage crosses a covered bridge over a small river.

Definition

1. Noun:
   • A bridge with a roof and enclosed sides: A "covered bridge" is a type of bridge where the roadway or passageway is entirely protected by a roof and walls, creating a tunnel-like structure. This design historically protected the wooden structure from weather, extending its lifespan.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • The old covered bridge is a popular tourist attraction in the countryside.
  • They drove their carriage through the long, dark covered bridge.
  • Many historic covered bridges were built in the 19th century.

Advanced Usage

• Historical context: The term is often used to describe bridges from a specific historical period, particularly in North America, where they were common before the widespread use of steel and concrete.

  • The town's heritage includes a beautifully preserved covered bridge from 1885.

• Architectural feature: Used to emphasize the protective and structural aspect of the bridge.

  • The covered bridge's truss design is as important as its iconic roof.

Variants and Related Words

• Bridge (n): A structure built to span a physical obstacle.
• Truss bridge (n): A bridge whose load-bearing structure is a truss, a common framework for many covered bridges.
• Toll bridge (n): A bridge where a fee is charged to cross, some of which were covered.

Synonyms

• Roofed bridge: A less common synonym emphasizing the roof.
• Enclosed bridge: A descriptive synonym highlighting the walled sides.

Related Phrases

• To cross a covered bridge: The typical action associated with it.
  • Legend says if you make a wish while crossing the covered bridge, it will come true.

Related Idioms

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Noun

1. a bridge whose passageway is protected by a roof and enclosing sides