BulwarkWordNet Explorer

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noun

a protective structure of stone or concrete; extends from shore into the water to prevent a beach from washing away

Words in this synset: breakwater, groin, groyne, mole, seawall, jetty
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a structure or object that impedes free movement

noun

a vessel that carries passengers or freight

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an embankment built around a space for defensive purposes

Words in this synset: rampart, wall
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a long artificial mound of stone or earth; built to hold back water or to support a road or as protection

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defensive structure consisting of walls or mounds built around a stronghold to strengthen it

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the outer defensive wall that surrounds the outer courtyard of a castle

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a rampart built around the top of a castle with regular gaps for firing arrows or guns

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