viaduct
|vi-a-duct|
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/ˈvaɪəˌdʌkt/
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/ˈvaɪədʌkt/
bridge-like structure
Etymology
Etymology Information
'viaduct' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'via' meaning 'road' and 'ductus' meaning 'leading'.
Historical Evolution
'viaduct' changed from the French word 'viaduc' and eventually became the modern English word 'viaduct'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a road leading over a valley', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45