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drawbridge
(drɔːbrɪdʒ)
Word forms: plural drawbridges
countable noun
A drawbridge is a bridge that can be pulled up, for example to prevent people from getting into a castle or to allow ships to pass underneath it.
drawbridge in British English
(ˈdrɔːˌbrɪdʒ)
noun
a bridge that may be raised to prevent access or to enable vessels to pass
drawbridge in American English
(ˈdrɔˌbrɪdʒ)
noun
a bridge that can be raised or drawn aside to permit passage of watercraft or prevent access, as to a fort
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