viaducto
viaduct
noun byah-DOOK-toh Rare
Origin: From Latin viaductus, from via (road) + ducere (to lead)
Usage Note
Viaducto describes a long bridge-like structure carrying a road or railway over a valley or other obstacle. Famous examples give the word cultural weight: Madrid's Viaducto de Segovia is iconic. Do not confuse with acueducto (aqueduct), which carries water.
Examples
"El tren cruzó el viaducto a gran velocidad."
Natural Translation
The train crossed the viaduct at high speed.
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