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footbridge

American  
[foot-brij] / ˈfʊtˌbrɪdʒ /

noun

  1. a bridge intended for pedestrians only.

footbridge British  
/ ˈfʊtˌbrɪdʒ /

noun

  1. a narrow bridge for the use of pedestrians

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Etymology

Origin of footbridge

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

Example Sentences

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Organisers said race-assigned police personnel responded to an "officer down" call and replacement officers were unfamiliar with the race's "unusual route" over a footbridge not normally used by cars.

From BBC • Mar. 4, 2026

Students, standing on a footbridge at the Central University of Venezuela, spoke about democracy and the end of dictatorship.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 12, 2026

At around that time, Sajid Akram left a footbridge that offered a commanding view of the area and advanced towards the festival.

From Barron's • Dec. 22, 2025

A footbridge carries you above a developing conifer thicket.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 18, 2025

Just above the fall a plank footbridge crossed the river.

From "Watership Down: A Novel" by Richard Adams

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