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breastwork

 

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Noun breastwork has 1 sense
  1. parapet, breastwork - fortification consisting of a low wall
    --1 is a kind of fortification, munition
    --1 has particulars: machicolation

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Breastwork

Noun

A breastwork is a low protective barrier or fortification, typically made of earth or timber, used to protect soldiers from enemy fire.

Example sentence: The soldiers took cover behind the breastwork, shielding themselves from the incoming bullets.

Noun

In nautical terms, a breastwork refers to a wall-like structure built at the bow of a ship to deflect waves or prevent water from entering the deck.

Example sentence: The waves crashed against the sturdy breastwork, keeping the ship relatively dry during the storm.

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