humber bridge
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Definition
Proper noun A major suspension bridge in England, spanning the Humber Estuary between Hessle (near Hull) on the south bank and Barton-upon-Humber on the north bank. When it opened in 1981, it was the world's longest single-span suspension bridge.
Usage
The term "Humber Bridge" is used as a specific, proper name for this landmark structure. It functions as a singular noun.
Examples * The Humber Bridge is a defining feature of the local landscape. * We drove across the Humber Bridge to get to Hull. * The construction of the Humber Bridge took nearly eight years.
Advanced Usage
- Definite Article: The name almost always takes the definite article "the" (e.g., Humber Bridge), as is common with many major bridges and geographical features.
- Metonymy: The name can be used to refer metonymically to the administrative body or company that operates and maintains the bridge.
- Humber Bridge announced a temporary toll increase.
Variants and Related Words
- Suspension bridge (n): A type of bridge in which the deck is hung below suspension cables on vertical suspenders. The Humber Bridge is an example of this.
- Estuary (n): The tidal mouth of a large river, where the tide meets the stream. The Humber Bridge spans the Humber Estuary.
Synonyms
- Landmark (n): A prominent or conspicuous object in a landscape, often used for navigation. The Humber Bridge is a regional landmark.
- Crossing (n): A place where a river, estuary, or other obstacle can be crossed. The bridge provides a vital crossing of the Humber.
Note: There are no direct synonyms for this unique proper noun. The terms above describe its category or function.
Noun
- a suspension bridge at Hull, England; 4,626 feet long