Overspass: meaning, definitions and examples

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overspass

 

[ หˆoสŠvษ™rspรฆs ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

traffic structure

An overspass refers to a bridge or structure that allows one roadway to pass over another. It is commonly used in urban planning to facilitate the flow of traffic and prevent intersections, thus improving safety and reducing congestion.

Synonyms

bridge, flyover, overpass

Examples of usage

  • The overspass allowed vehicles to cross the highway safely.
  • Construction of the new overspass improved traffic in the area.
  • Drivers were grateful for the overspass that bypassed the busy intersection.

Translations

Translations of the word "overspass" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น viaduto

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค“เคตเคฐเคชเคพเคธ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช รœberfรผhrung

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ jembatan layang

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะผะพัั‚ะพะฟั€ะพะฒั–ะด

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ wiadukt

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ชใƒผใƒใƒผใƒ‘ใ‚น

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท viaduc

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ paso elevado

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท รผst geรงit

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๊ณ ๊ฐ€๋„๋กœ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฌุณุฑ ุนู„ูˆูŠ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ nadjezd

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ nadjazd

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ้ซ˜ๆžถๆกฅ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ viadukt

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ yfirfari

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะถะพา“ะฐั€ั‹ ำฉั‚ะฟะต

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ–แƒ”แƒ“แƒ แƒ’แƒแƒ“แƒแƒกแƒแƒกแƒ•แƒšแƒ”แƒšแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ yuxarฤฑ keรงid

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ paso elevado

Etymology

The term 'overspass' is derived from the combination of 'over' and 'pass,' referring to the structure's function of allowing vehicles or pedestrians to pass over something else, such as a road or railway. The concept arose with the advent of modern road systems in the early 20th century as urban planners sought to alleviate traffic congestion. Overpasses became essential elements in transportation networks, ensuring smooth transitions in areas where multiple transport routes intersect. Their design has evolved over the decades, incorporating engineering advancements and safety features that account for increasing vehicle traffic and diverse urban landscapes.