ropeway

[ rohp-wey ]

noun

1. tramway ( def 4 ).

Word History and Origins

Origin of ropeway¹

First recorded in 1885–90; rope + way ¹

Example Sentences

Prior to the establishment of this ropeway the logs were sent down a circuitous mountain track on bullock carts.

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We have already noticed that it differs from the ropeway in that it has to hoist and discharge its burdens as well as convey them.

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The Chilkoot ropeway has at least two spans of over 1,500 feet.

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An aerial steel ropeway from the river bank to the town greatly facilitates the delivery of cargo.

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In more modern days, an old engraving shows a single ropeway in working order in 1644 in the city of Danzig.

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