Thursday, May 13, 2010

Bulwark

Bulwark-n
1-a wall-like structure built to keep out attackers
2-a person or thing that gives protection or support
3-a wall built in the sea to shelter a harbor

npl-bulwarks
the sides of a ship projecting above the deck

vt
1-to fortify or protect a place by building walls around it
2-to defend or support somebody or something strongly

Synonyms
fortification
embankment
earthwork
barricade
rampart
wall

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