cliff lift

A 'cliff lift' is a specialized transportation system used to navigate steep cliffs, commonly found in coastal regions.

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Definition

B2Tourism

(common)A type of funicular railway that moves people up and down steep cliffs, often at seaside locations.

Example

  • The cliff lift offers a quick way to travel from the beach to the top of the cliff.

C1Engineering

(technical)A counterbalanced system with two cars attached to a cable, allowing for efficient vertical transportation on steep slopes.

Example

  • Engineers designed the cliff lift to operate smoothly even on the steepest parts of the coastline.

B2Urban Planning

(technical)An inclined elevator system providing access between different elevations on a cliffside, often used in hilly or coastal areas.

Example

  • The city installed a cliff lift to improve accessibility between the harbor and the old town.

Similar

Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "cliff lift":

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