footbridge

[foot-brij]

noun

1. a bridge intended for pedestrians only.

footbridge

/ ˈfʊtˌbrɪdʒ /

noun

1. a narrow bridge for the use of pedestrians

Word History and Origins

Origin of footbridge¹

First recorded in 1325–75, footbridge is from the Middle English word fotbrigge. See foot, bridge ¹

Example Sentences

Maintenance work on footbridges at Kirkwood Street and Cornwall Street is set to last until December this year.

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EMR added the trial would not affect the decision to install ticket barriers limiting access to platforms from the footbridge through Nottingham railway station.

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There will also be a new footbridge over the tracks at the station, to allow people to walk or cycle to the site from Wixams.

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A footbridge carries you above a developing conifer thicket.

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His family is hoping to build a footbridge in his memory, but for now, the nearest crossing is several miles away.

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Related Words

• viaduct 
• walkway