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elevated railroad

/ˈelɪveɪtɪd ˈreɪlrəʊd/

Traduction: Chemin de fer surélevé, construit sur une structure élevée au-dessus du niveau de la rue, généralement en zone urbaine, permettant aux trains de circuler sans gêner la circulation au sol.

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/ˈelɪveɪtɪd ˈreɪlrəʊd/B2formalamericantechnical
  • frChemin de fer surélevé, construit sur une structure élevée au-dessus du niveau de la rue, généralement en zone urbaine, permettant aux trains de circuler sans gêner la circulation au sol.

A railway system built on a raised structure above street level, typically in urban areas, to allow trains to run without interfering with ground traffic.

  1. Elevated railwayB2formalamerican

    A railway system built on a structure above the ground level, typically on a viaduct or bridge, to avoid traffic and other obstacles.

    frchemin de fer aérien

    • The elevated railroad runs through the city center.
    • Many commuters use the elevated railroad to avoid traffic jams.
    • The construction of the elevated railroad reduced travel time significantly.