lift bridge

lift bridge

noun
a bridge having a section that can be lifted vertically to permit passage of boats beneath it.


Origin:
1840–50
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lift bridge

noun
a bridge that can be raised to block passage or to allow boats or ships to pass beneath it [syn: drawbridge
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