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- DictionaryBul·wark/ˈbo͝olˌwərk/
noun
- 1. a defensive wall.
- 2. an extension of a ship's sides above the level of the deck: "the ships met, their crews lining the bulwarks"
1. a. : a solid wall-like structure raised for defense : rampart. b. : breakwater, seawall. building a bulwark in the harbor. 2. : a strong support or protection. democratic principles that stand as a bulwark against tyranny.
a wall of earth or other material built for defense; rampart. any protection against external danger, injury, or annoyance: The new dam was a bulwark against future floods. any person or thing giving strong support or encouragement in time of need, danger, or doubt: Religion was his bulwark. Synonyms: mainstay, buttress, support.
BULWARK definition: 1. something that protects you from dangerous or unpleasant situations: 2. something that protects…. Learn more.
A bulwark is a strong defensive barrier, often an embankment or wall-like fortification, from which fire can be directed. A barricade is an improvised barrier meant to stop or slow an advancing threat.
A seawall that runs perpendicular to the shore is sometimes called a bulwark, because it defends the beach, not against invaders, but against beach erosion. Although the noun bulwark can refer to any fortified wall, it often specifically refers to an earthen wall, like a rampart.
BULWARK meaning: 1. something that protects you from dangerous or unpleasant situations: 2. something that protects…. Learn more.
noun. 1. a wall of earth or other material built for defense; rampart. 2. any protection against external danger, injury, or annoyance. The new dam was a bulwark against future floods. 3. any person or thing giving strong support or encouragement in time of need, danger, or doubt. Religion was his bulwark.
May 21, 2024 · A complete guide to the word "BULWARK": definitions, pronunciations, synonyms, grammar insights, collocations, examples, and translations.
Bulwark definition: A wall or embankment raised as a defensive fortification; a rampart.
Definition of bulwark noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
