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==Definitions== | ==Definitions== | ||
*1: a stone on which to step (as in crossing a [[stream]]) | *1: a stone on which to step (as in crossing a [[stream]]) | ||
*2: a means of [[progress]] or advancement | *2: a means of [[progress]] or advancement | ||
==Description== | ==Description== | ||
− | A '''step-stone bridge''' is a simple bridging allowing a pedestrian to cross a [[natural]] watercourse or pond, or a [[garden]]'s [[water]] feature where water is allowed to course between stone steps. Unlike other bridges it has no spans. Step-stone bridges, along with [ | + | A '''step-stone bridge''' is a simple bridging allowing a pedestrian to cross a [[natural]] watercourse or pond, or a [[garden]]'s [[water]] feature where water is allowed to course between stone steps. Unlike other bridges it has no spans. Step-stone bridges, along with [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Log_bridge log bridges] are likely to be the oldest bridge types. They are often built by hikers and disarranged during periods of high, fast [[water]]. |
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+ | <center>Lessons on the related [[topic]] of '''''Path''''', follow [https://nordan.daynal.org/wiki/index.php?title=Category:Path '''''this link'''''].</center> | ||
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+ | *'''''[[Footprints]]''''' | ||
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Latest revision as of 02:35, 13 December 2020
Definitions
Description
A step-stone bridge is a simple bridging allowing a pedestrian to cross a natural watercourse or pond, or a garden's water feature where water is allowed to course between stone steps. Unlike other bridges it has no spans. Step-stone bridges, along with log bridges are likely to be the oldest bridge types. They are often built by hikers and disarranged during periods of high, fast water.