ropeway — English Dictionary

Noun

1. A system of cables, slung from towers, from which carriers are suspended to transport materials.

   Synonyms

   cableway

   Examples

   More examples (1)

   An overhead ropeway was installed to pass the tablet from the signalbox at Dunton Green across the main line to an elevated stage on the branch platform, but this is no longer used.

   Meanwhile, French ropeway transport company POMA SAS specialises in rope-operated systems around the globe.

Noun

1. a conveyance that transports passengers or freight in carriers suspended from cables and supported by a series of towers

   Synonyms

   tramwaytramaerial tramwaycable tramway

   Broader terms

   conveyancetransport