overpass

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Noun overpass has 1 sense

overpass, flyover, flypast - bridge formed by the upper level of a crossing of two highways at different levels; "an overpass is called a flyover or a flypast in England"
--₁ is a kind of bridge, span

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Overpass

Noun:

1. A bridge or elevated roadway passing over another road, railway, or other obstacle.

Example sentence: The cars zoomed past on the overpass while the pedestrians crossed below.

2. A section of a road or highway that bypasses or crosses over another road or intersection.

Example sentence: Take the overpass to avoid the heavy traffic at the intersection.

3. A structure carrying a railway track or a pedestrian footpath over another track or road.

Example sentence: The overpass at the train station provides a convenient way to reach the other side.

Adjective:

1. Situated above or passing over something.

Example sentence: The overpass bridge offers a panoramic view of the cityscape.

Verb:

1. To pass over or cross a bridge or elevated roadway.

Example sentence: I had to overpass the busy highway to reach my destination.