footbridge

noun

foot·​bridge ˈfu̇t-ˌbrij 

: a bridge for pedestrians

Examples of footbridge in a Sentence

We built a wooden footbridge over the creek.

Recent Examples on the Web

There’s a nice localised touch via a railway footbridge on the approach depicting the highs of Southampton’s football history and the delights of the city centre, particularly Oxford Street, can be enjoyed before strolling on to the match. — Richard Sutcliffe, New York Times, 13 Aug. 2026

Dixon said other issues to be considered are the deafening roar of traffic passing under the footbridge on I-91 and how to soften it. — Kenneth R. Gosselin, Hartford Courant, 26 July 2026

The beautifully landscaped grounds include footbridges, cascading waterfalls, and thousands of vines and flowers. — Alicia Underlee Nelson, Midwest Living, 15 July 2026

Visitors can use the footbridge over Highway 85 that connects Azule and Kevin Moran parks. — Nollyanne Delacruz, Mercury News, 30 June 2026

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for footbridge

• abridge
• drawbridge
• oxbridge
• bridge
• fridge
• midge
• ridge

Kids Definition

footbridge

noun

foot·​bridge -ˌbrij 

: a bridge for pedestrians