Meaning Of The Word Drawbridge

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What's The Definition Of Drawbridge?

drawbridge
countable noun: A drawbridge is a bridge that can be pulled up, for example to prevent people from getting into a castle or to allow ships to pass underneath it.

drawbridge in American English
a bridge that can be raised or drawn aside to permit passage of watercraft or prevent access, as to a fort
noun: a bridge of which the whole or a section may be drawn up, let down, or drawn aside, to prevent access or to leave a passage open for boats, barges, etc

drawbridge in British English
noun: a bridge that may be raised to prevent access or to enable vessels to pass

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