noun
- Plural of funicular; cable railways or inclined railways that use a cable to pull cars up and down steep slopes.
Usage: Usually used in plural form when referring to multiple systems or cars.; Common in mountainous regions and tourist destinations.
Examples
- The Swiss Alps are famous for their funiculars that transport visitors to mountain peaks.
- Several funiculars operate in San Francisco, carrying passengers up the city's steep hills.
- The funiculars in this resort use counterbalanced cars to move efficiently.
- Many European cities maintain historic funiculars as both transportation and tourist attractions.
- The funiculars were closed for maintenance during the winter season.
- Tourists rode the funiculars to reach the viewpoint overlooking the valley.