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breastwork

/ˈbrɛstwɜːk/

/ˈbrɛstwɜrk/

breastworknoun

breastworks

/ˈbrɛstwɜːk/

/ˈbrɛstwɜrk/

Translations

The soldiers took cover behind the breastwork during the battle.

Солдаты укрылись за бруствером во время боя.

Definitions

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.

Synonyms

defensive structure