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BULWARKS

(noun, verb)
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There are 4 meanings of the word Bulwarks.

Bulwarks - as a noun

An embankment built around a space for defensive purposes

Example: "They stormed the ramparts of the city"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
rampart11wall7
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
embankment20
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

A fencelike structure around a deck

A protective structure of stone or concrete; extends from shore into the water to prevent a beach from washing away

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
breakwater19groin6groyne10jetty15mole6seawall10

Bulwarks - as a verb

Defend with a bulwark

Example Sentences

"The ship's bulwarks protected the crew from the crashing waves."
"The castle's bulwarks were reinforced to withstand attacks."
"The soldiers took cover behind the sturdy bulwarks."
"The wooden bulwarks of the fence began to rot over time."
"The stone bulwarks of the fortress stood tall and imposing."
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Word Game Points

Is BULWARKS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, bulwarks is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

BULWARKS has a SCRABBLE points total of 17.

Is BULWARKS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, bulwarks is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
BULWARKS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 20.

Is BULWARKS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, bulwarks is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
BULWARKS has a WORDFEUD points total of 19.

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