bulwark (ˈbʊlwək
)
Definitions
noun
- a wall or similar structure used as a fortification; rampart
- a person or thing acting as a defence against injury, annoyance, etc
- (often plural) nautical a solid vertical fencelike structure along the outward sides of a deck
- a breakwater or mole
verb
- (tr) to defend or fortify with or as if with a bulwark
Word Origin
C15: via Dutch from Middle High German bolwerk , from bol plank, boleC15: via Dutch from Middle High German , from plank, 1 + + werkworkUsage examples
They were alone, with Jack's height a bulwark between them and the world.
, The White Dove (1986)With the Clovis bulwark fallen, what of the mode of entry to this new land?
New Scientist (1998)The companies formed a natural bulwark against hostile takeovers.
The Advertiser, Sunday Mail (2005)Jon Moss was the bulwark of the Derbyshire innings, carrying his bat for an unbeaten 75 off 94 balls.
Times, Sunday Times (2004)It did, however, provide a bulwark against personal corruption that later generations have lacked.
, THE GUARDSMEN (2004)