Category:Viaduct

Vi`a*duct, n. Etym: [l. via a way + -duct, as in aqueduct: cf. F. Viaduc. See via, and aqueduct.]

Defn: a structure of considerable magnitude, usually with arches or Supported on trestles, for carrying a road, as a railroad, high above The ground or water; a bridge; especially, one for crossing a valley Or a gorge. Cf. Trestlework.