Brooklyn Bridge
Definition
A renowned suspension bridge in New York City, spanning the East River and connecting the boroughs of Manhattan and Brooklyn; completed in 1883, it is one of the oldest bridges of its kind still in use and an iconic symbol of American engineering.
A popular tourist attraction and pedestrian walkway, famous for its Gothic arches, stunning skyline views, and as a backdrop in countless films and photos.
Examples
Tourists flock to the Brooklyn Bridge like it's the only way to prove they visited New York, ignoring that Ubers exist.
She swore the best view of Manhattan was from the Brooklyn Bridge, but forgot to mention the wind that turns your hair into a bad '80s music video.
Locking a padlock on the Brooklyn Bridge for love is romantic until city workers cut it off and you realize your forever lasted two weeks.
Runners love the Brooklyn Bridge for that epic skyline selfie, but hate it when cyclists treat it like their personal velodrome.