Meaning of the word gondola in English
What does gondola mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
gondola
US /ˈɡɑːn.dəl.ə/
UK /ˈɡɑːn.dəl.ə/
Noun
1.
a long, narrow boat used in Venice, Italy, propelled by a person standing at the stern with a single oar
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We took a romantic ride on a gondola through the canals of Venice.
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The gondolier skillfully navigated the gondola through the narrow waterways.
2.
a cabin suspended from a cable, used for transporting passengers, for example, up a mountain at a ski resort
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We rode the gondola to the top of the ski slope.
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The scenic gondola ride offered breathtaking views of the mountains.
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