A suspension-bridge supported by chains or jointed rods of wrought iron, which hang in a curve between two elevated points of support.
1818. J. Anderson (title), A Design for a Chain bridge to be thrown over the Firth of Forth at Queensferry.
1836. Penny Cycl., V. 413/1. The Menai or Beaumaris Chain Bridge.
1846. G. N. Wright, Cream Sci. Knowl., 6. Suspension or chain-bridges are employed, supported by tension-rods hung from continuous suspension chains fastened into highly elevated piers built on either bank.
