Steinman,David Barnard

Steinman,David Barnard
Stein·man (stīnʹmən), David Barnard. 1886-1960.
American civil engineer who designed numerous suspension bridges, including the George Washington Bridge in New York City (1931).

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  • David Barnard Steinman — noun United States civil engineer noted for designing suspension bridges (including the George Washington Bridge) (1886 1960) • Syn: ↑Steinman • Instance Hypernyms: ↑civil engineer …   Useful english dictionary

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