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bul·wark
 bulwark
- pronunciation:
- bUl
w
 rk
[or]
buhl
wrk
- parts of speech:
- noun, transitive verb
| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition 1: |
a wall or wall-like structure, often made of earth and used for defense; rampart.
They constructed a bulwark around the castle.- synonyms:
- parapet, rampart
- similar words:
- bastion, embankment, fortification, outwork, redoubt, wall
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| definition 2: |
anything or anyone that provides strength, support, or protection.
That law is a bulwark against corruption.- synonyms:
- bastion, buttress, fortification
- similar words:
- assurance, buffer, encouragement, guard, mainstay, pillar, prop, protection, rampart, reinforcement, safeguard, shield, stay, stronghold
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| definition 3: |
(usu. pl.) the portion of the side of a ship that extends above the upper deck.
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| related words: |
barricade, barrier, citadel, defense |
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| part of speech: |
transitive verb |
| inflections: |
bulwarked, bulwarking, bulwarks |
| definition: |
to provide protection with or as though with a bulwark.
- synonyms:
- rampart
- similar words:
- buttress, fortify, mound, reinforce
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