Definition

A system of cables that supports a vehicle, like a cable car, which moves along the cables to transport people or goods, often used in mountainous areas.

Example

The cableway took us high up the mountain, offering stunning views of the valley below.

Conversation

Have you ever been on a cableway before?

Yeah, I went on one during my trip to the mountains last summer.

That sounds amazing! Was the view from the cableway as stunning as they say?

Absolutely! You could see everything from up there.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Cableway → It is formed from "cable" (from Latin *capulum*, meaning a rope or a strap) and "way" (from Old English *weg*, meaning a path or road). The word "cableway" refers to a path or route that is supported by cables, typically used for transporting people or goods.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'rope' ('cable') that creates a 'path' ('way') for transportation — that's what a cableway is.

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