bulwark — a defensive wall or barrier; something that protects or defends
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a defensive wall or barrier; something that protects or defends
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈbʊlwɜːrk/
Example Sentences
- My grandmother's cookies are the last bulwark against my diet plans.
- The constitution serves as a bulwark of citizens' rights.
- Coffee is my daily bulwark against morning grumpiness.
bulwark
NOUN[/ˈbʊlwɜːrk/]
a defensive wall or barrier; something that protects or defends
The massive stone bulwark shielded the village from crashing waves during the storm.
Bull works hard building walls - bulwark protects all!
They work on the bulwark while enemies lurk!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Middle Dutch 'bolwerk', combining 'bol' (rounded) and 'werk' (work/structure). The word entered English in the 16th century through trade and military contact with the Dutch.
Breakdown
bol- (rounded structure) + -werk (work/fortification) = bulwark (defensive fortified structure)
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🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My grandmother's cookies are the last bulwark against my diet plans.”
“The constitution serves as a bulwark of citizens' rights.”
“Coffee is my daily bulwark against morning grumpiness.”
“Free press acts as a bulwark against government corruption.”
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