bridge (Meaning)

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bridge (n)

a structure that allows people or vehicles to cross an obstacle such as a river or canal or railway etc.

a circuit consisting of two branches (4 arms arranged in a diamond configuration) across which a meter is connected

something resembling a bridge in form or function

the hard ridge that forms the upper part of the nose

any of various card games based on whist for four players

a wooden support that holds the strings up

a denture anchored to teeth on either side of missing teeth

the link between two lenses; rests on the nose

an upper deck where a ship is steered and the captain stands

Wordnet

bridge (v)

connect or reduce the distance between

make a bridge across

cross over on a bridge

Webster

bridge (n.)

A structure, usually of wood, stone, brick, or iron, erected over a river or other water course, or over a chasm, railroad, etc., to make a passageway from one bank to the other.

Anything supported at the ends, which serves to keep some other thing from resting upon the object spanned, as in engraving, watchmaking, etc., or which forms a platform or staging over which something passes or is conveyed.

The small arch or bar at right angles to the strings of a violin, guitar, etc., serving of raise them and transmit their vibrations to the body of the instrument.

A device to measure the resistance of a wire or other conductor forming part of an electric circuit.

A low wall or vertical partition in the fire chamber of a furnace, for deflecting flame, etc.; -- usually called a bridge wall.

A card game resembling whist.

Webster

bridge (v. t.)

To build a bridge or bridges on or over; as, to bridge a river.

To open or make a passage, as by a bridge.

To find a way of getting over, as a difficulty; -- generally with over.

bridge Sentence Examples

  1. The old stone bridge stretched gracefully across the river, connecting the two halves of the town.
  2. As we crossed the bridge, the sound of rushing water below soothed our senses.
  3. The bridge's wooden planks creaked under the weight of passing vehicles.
  4. Architectural enthusiasts marveled at the intricate designs adorning the bridge's railings.
  5. Walking hand in hand, we watched the sunset from the bridge's vantage point.
  6. The bridge was a vital artery for trade, linking villages and towns along the river.
  7. Heavy rains caused the river to swell, threatening to breach the bridge's defenses.
  8. The bridge's arches reflected beautifully in the water, creating a picturesque scene.
  9. Generations of families gathered on the bridge to celebrate local festivals and events.
  10. Engineers worked tirelessly to reinforce the bridge's structure, ensuring its longevity for years to come.

FAQs About the word bridge

a structure that allows people or vehicles to cross an obstacle such as a river or canal or railway etc., a circuit consisting of two branches (4 arms arranged

peninsula, ground, soil, earth, dust, island,land,mainland, zone, isthmus

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The old stone bridge stretched gracefully across the river, connecting the two halves of the town.

As we crossed the bridge, the sound of rushing water below soothed our senses.

The bridge's wooden planks creaked under the weight of passing vehicles.

Architectural enthusiasts marveled at the intricate designs adorning the bridge's railings.