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Bailey bridge

–noun
a temporary bridge formed of prefabricated, interchangeable, steel truss panels bolted together.

Origin:
named after Sir Donald Bailey (1901–85), British engineer, its designer
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Bailey bridge  
n.  A steel bridge designed to be shipped in parts and assembled rapidly.

[After Sir Donald Bailey (1901-1985), British engineer.]
The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, Fourth Edition
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