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bulwark

释义

bulwark

noun

UK /ˈbʊlwə(r)k/

Word Forms

singular	bulwark
plural	bulwarks

1
countable formalsomeone or something that protects or defends something such as a belief, idea, or way of life
The country is valued as a bulwark of peace, stability, and democracy in a difficult region of the world.
bulwark against:
a bulwark against a resurgence of fascism
Synonyms and related words
Someone or something that protects and defends
precaution
guardian
protector
2
countable a wall that is built for defence
Synonyms and related words
Walls built outside for defence
barrage
breakwater
bulwark
3

bulwarks
plural the sides of a ship above the deck
Synonyms and related words
Parts of boats and ships
aft
amidships
bay

bulwark

noun

US /ˈbʊlwərk/

Word Forms

singular	bulwark
plural	bulwarks

1
countable formalsomeone or something that protects or defends something such as a belief, idea, or way of life
The country is valued as a bulwark of peace, stability, and democracy in a difficult region of the world.
bulwark against:
a bulwark against a resurgence of fascism
Synonyms and related words
Someone or something that protects and defends
precaution
guardian
protector
2
countable a wall that is built for defense
Synonyms and related words
Walls built outside for defense
barrage
breakwater
bulwark
3

bulwarks
plural the sides of a ship above the deck
Synonyms and related words
Parts of boats and ships
aft
amidships
bay

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