The tunnel
Example: The tunnel goes under the mountain road
Definition
"The tunnel" is a passage or an underground or underwater route dug through a hill, mountain, or beneath a structure, allowing transportation or movement from one side to another, as in the example phrase: The tunnel goes under the mountain road.
Etymology
The word "tunnel" comes from the Old French word 'tonnelle,' meaning a small barrel or cask, which was later extended metaphorically to mean a narrow passage. Over time, it evolved in English to describe a passageway dug through the earth or other obstacles.
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"The tunnel" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (A1) - set 1", containing 103 commonly used words.
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