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ropeway

/ˈrəʊpweɪ/

/ˈroʊpweɪ/

Translations

ropewaynoun

ropeways

/ˈrəʊpweɪ/

/ˈroʊpweɪ/

канатная дорога

The ropeway offers a scenic view of the mountains.

Канатная дорога предлагает живописный вид на горы.

Synonyms

cable car

aerial tramway

ropewayadjective

/ˈrəʊp.weɪ/

/ˈroʊp.weɪ/

Used attributively before another noun to denote relation to a ropeway system.

Synonyms

ropewaynoun

A system of cables and pulleys used for transporting people or goods, typically in mountainous areas.

The ski resort installed a new ropeway to carry skiers to the top of the mountain.

A structure consisting of a series of cables and supports used to transport materials or passengers over a distance, often used in mining or tourism.

The ropeway provided a scenic view of the valley as it transported tourists from one side to the other.

ropewayadjective

Relating to or associated with a ropeway (cable transport system).

The ropeway project is scheduled to start next year.