drawbridge
noun
draw·bridge
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Definition of drawbridge
: a bridge made to be raised up, let down, or drawn aside so as to permit or hinder passage — see castle illustration
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This medieval-inspired stone castle flaunts arched portals, flying buttresses, towers, onion domes, a moat and a drawbridge. — Tom Noel, The Know, "9 odd places that you should include on a Colorado road trip, from a giant hot dog to fake cliff dwellings," 25 Aug. 2019 The Morrison Bridge will be closed to all modes of traffic 6 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday and Sunday as county crews complete the replacement of the drawbridge operation control system. — oregonlive.com, "Portland metro Friday traffic: Morrison Bridge closed to all traffic Saturday and Sunday," 26 July 2019 This breezy, treehouse-style open-air restaurant, reached by a charming lighted drawbridge, overlooks a serene lagoon. — Cnn.com Wire Service, The Mercury News, "The world’s best waterfront restaurants promise more than a view," 23 July 2019 One of the most challenging holes was approached by hitting the ball over a drawbridge. — Donna Reiner, azcentral, "Phoenix history: How miniature golf made its way from California to the Valley," 11 July 2019 Monmouth County officials say heat caused expansion of the metal encasing the drawbridge. — Fox News, "Heat wave relief in sight after scorching temps blamed for several deaths, buckled roads," 22 July 2019 Monmouth County officials say heat caused expansion of the metal encasing the drawbridge, which is a popular route for residents and beachgoers. — Washington Post, "Heat and humidity grip East Coast as Midwest gets reprieve," 21 July 2019 Monmouth County officials say heat caused expansion of the metal encasing the drawbridge, which is a popular route for residents and beachgoers. — Time, "'Oppressive and Dangerous' Heat Wave Continues in Eastern U.S.," 21 July 2019 Only a handful of other boats had dropped anchor, with no intent of negotiating a drawbridge or channel before at least July 5. — Alison Kuznitz, BostonGlobe.com, "Anchored on the Charles, awaiting the big show," 3 July 2019These example sentences are selected automatically from various online news sources to reflect current usage of the word 'drawbridge.' Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
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drawbridge
noun
English Language Learners Definition of drawbridge
: a bridge that can be raised up so that people cannot cross it or so that boats can pass under it
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drawbridge
noun
draw·bridge
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Kids Definition of drawbridge
: a bridge that moves up, down, or to the side to allow boats or vehicles to pass