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breastwork

UK
/ˈbrɛstwɜːk/
US
/ˈbrɛstwɜrk/

Translations

breastworknoun
breastworks
pl
UK
/ˈbrɛstwɜːk/
US
/ˈbrɛstwɜrk/
The soldiers took cover behind the breastwork during the battle.
Солдаты укрылись за бруствером во время боя.
Synonyms
barricade
fortification
rampart
bulwark
defensive structure

Definitions

breastworknoun
A low temporary defense or parapet, typically made of earth or stone, used in fortifications.
The soldiers took cover behind the breastwork as the enemy advanced.
A stout protective structure on the deck of a warship that shields guns and crew, especially on early ironclads and monitors.
The monitor’s breastwork housed its main guns and provided extra protection against enemy fire.
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