skywalk

Thân thiện

A family walks along the skywalk between two tall office buildings.

Definition

Noun: An elevated, typically enclosed, pedestrian bridge connecting two or more buildings, usually above ground level.

Usage

A "skywalk" is a structure designed for pedestrian traffic, allowing people to move between buildings without going down to street level. It is common in urban areas, large complexes, airports, or campuses. * The new hotel is connected to the convention center by a glass-enclosed skywalk. * During the winter, you can use the downtown skywalk system to stay warm while shopping.

Advanced Usage

• Skywalk systems refer to networks of these interconnected walkways, often found in city centers.
  • The city's extensive skywalk system allows commuters to avoid traffic and bad weather.

Variants and Related Words

• Skybridge (n): A synonym for skywalk, often used interchangeably.
• Pedestrian bridge (n): A more general term for any bridge intended for walkers, which may or may not be enclosed or between buildings.

Synonyms

Overpass, footbridge, elevated walkway.

Related Phrases

• Enclosed walkway: A descriptive phrase for a skywalk.
  • The hospital's enclosed walkways connect all the specialist clinics.

Học thuật

Noun

1. an elevated walkway between buildings (usually enclosed)