bridges

Meanings

• noun

  A structure built to span physical obstacles, such as bodies of water, roads, or railways.

  - "The old bridge over the river is no longer in use."
  - "A new bridge is being built to connect the two sides of the city."

• verb

  To connect two things or places with a bridge.

  - "The companies have bridged their differences and formed a partnership."
  - "The gap between the two teams was bridged by a brilliant performance from their star player."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with bridges
riff , grief , chief , relief , quief

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Variants

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Etymology

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The word 'bridge' comes from the Old English word 'brycg', meaning a 'structure for crossing' or 'a boat for transporting people or goods'.

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Trivia

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1. The longest bridge in the world is the Danyang-Kunshan Grand Bridge in China, which is 102.4 miles long.

2. The first recorded bridge was built in China around 3,000 BC.

3. The Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco is famous for its orange color, which was originally intended to be a rust-inhibiting primer that was never intended to be seen.

4. The longest bridge in the United States is the Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel in Virginia, which is 20 miles long and includes 20 causeways and 4 bridges.

5. The world's largest suspension bridge is the Itaipu Dam Bridge in Brazil, which spans the Parana River and is 7,450 feet long.

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Related Concepts

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1. Arch Bridge: A type of bridge that uses arches to support the weight of the bridge and the traffic it carries.

2. Suspension Bridge: A type of bridge that uses cables and towers to suspend the roadway or railroad above the water or valley below.

3. Cable-stayed Bridge: A type of bridge that uses cables to support the bridge deck directly from the towers.

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Culture

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Bridges have played a significant role in human history, from ancient times to the present day. They have been symbols of unity and connection, and have inspired countless works of literature, art, and music. Famous bridges include the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco, the Sydney Harbour Bridge in Australia, and the Tower Bridge in London.

How to Memorize "bridges"

1. visualize
   

   - To visualize a bridge, imagine a long, narrow structure that spans a body of water or a valley. Picture the cables or arches that support the weight of the bridge, and the traffic or pedestrians that cross it.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'bridge' with the idea of connection or bringing things closer together. Think of the famous bridges you have seen or heard of, and how they have brought people or places together.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Big Red Cars Jump Over Small Blue Trees' to remember the difference between 'bridge' and 'arch'. A bridge spans a larger body of water or a valley, while an arch is a smaller structure that supports weight by curving inward.

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