Definition

Proper noun: * A specific steel arch bridge: The New River Gorge Bridge is a major steel arch bridge that spans the New River near Fayetteville, West Virginia, USA. It is known for being one of the world's longest single-span arch bridges and a significant landmark.

Usage

The term "New River Gorge Bridge" is used as a proper noun to refer specifically to this single, famous structure. It is often discussed in contexts of engineering, tourism, and local culture. * The New River Gorge Bridge is an iconic symbol of West Virginia. * Every October, the bridge is closed to traffic for "Bridge Day," when base jumping and rappelling are allowed from the New River Gorge Bridge.

Advanced Usage

• As a landmark or destination: The bridge itself is a tourist attraction and the focal point of a national park.
  • The view from the New River Gorge Bridge visitor center is breathtaking.
• In historical or engineering contexts: Used to highlight its architectural and historical significance.
  • The construction of the New River Gorge Bridge in 1977 dramatically improved travel in the region.

Variants and Related Words

• Bridge (n): A structure carrying a road, path, or railroad across a river, road, or other obstacle. (This is the general category to which the New River Gorge Bridge belongs).
• Arch bridge (n): A bridge with abutments at each end shaped as a curved arch, which is the specific architectural type of the New River Gorge Bridge.
• New River Gorge (n): The deep canyon, part of a National River and Preserve, which the bridge crosses.

Synonyms

• The Bridge (When used locally or in clear context, it is often simply called "the Bridge" by residents of West Virginia).
• NRG Bridge (A common abbreviation).

Related Phrases

• To cross the New River Gorge Bridge: The action of traveling over it.
  • We will cross the New River Gorge Bridge on our way south.
• Bridge Day: The annual festival held on the bridge.
  • Thousands of people attend Bridge Day at the New River Gorge Bridge.

Noun

1. a steel arch bridge across New River at Fayetteville, West Virginia