swing bridge

noun

1. a bridge that can open by pivoting on a central pier to let vessels pass.

swing bridge

noun

1. Also called: pivot bridge.  turn bridge. a low bridge that can be rotated about a vertical axis, esp to permit the passage of ships Compare drawbridge

2. a pedestrian bridge over a river, suspended by heavy wire cables

Word History and Origins

Origin of swing bridge¹

First recorded in 1700–10

Example Sentences

The railroad crosses sensitive marine ecosystems using a swing bridge over the Swinomish Channel and a trestle across Padilla Bay within the reservation.

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“The swing bridge is about to open,” said Mom.

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“It’s a swing bridge! No need to get your feathers ruffled.”

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“Can we come back again next year?” asked Chicken as they crossed the swing bridge.

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“I want to see! What’s a swing bridge?”

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