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Bulwark
01
a solid wall or barrier built along the shore to protect land or beaches from erosion and strong waves
Grammatical Information
animacy status
inanimate
plural form
bulwarks
Examples
A massive stone bulwark protected the harbor from storms.
02
a raised earthwork, wall, or other structure built to protect an area or fortification from attack
Examples
The castle was surrounded by a thick bulwark for protection.
03
a protective, fence-like structure built around the deck of a ship to prevent people or objects from falling overboard
Examples
The sailors leaned against the bulwark while gazing at the sea.
to bulwark
01
to defend or protect something by serving as a strong barrier against potential harm or danger
Grammatical Information
action verb
regular
present tense
bulwark
3rd person singular
bulwarks
past simple
bulwarked
past participle
bulwarked
Examples
The sturdy walls of the fortress bulwark the kingdom against enemy attacks.
