bulwark

UK
/ˈbʊlwək/
US
/ˈbʊlwɜrk/
bulwarknoun
bulwarks
pl
UK
/ˈbʊlwək/
US
/ˈbʊlwɜrk/
Translations
The new policy serves as a bulwark for consumer rights.
Новая политика служит защитой прав потребителей.
The castle's bastion was strong enough to withstand the siege.
Бастион замка был достаточно крепким, чтобы выдержать осаду.
Education is often seen as a bulwark against poverty.
Образование часто рассматривается как оплот против бедности.
Additional translations
Definitions
A defensive wall or barrier built for protection against attacks.
The ancient city was surrounded by a massive bulwark to fend off invaders.
A person, institution, or principle that acts as a defense or safeguard.
The freedom of the press is considered a bulwark of democracy.
The side of a ship above the upper deck, which provides protection for those on board.
The sailors leaned against the bulwark as they watched the sunset over the ocean.
bulwarkverb
bulwarked
Past Simple
bulwarked
Past Participle
bulwarking
Gerund
UK
/ˈbʊl.wək/
US
/ˈbʊl.wɚk/
Translations
The army was called in to bulwark the city against the invaders.
Армия была вызвана, чтобы защищать город от захватчиков.
Definitions
To provide protection or defense against something.
The new policies were designed to bulwark the economy against future recessions.