drawbridge
Translation
drawbridge
Examples
The castle was protected by a moat and a drawbridge.
The castle was protected by a moat and a drawbridge.
They raised the drawbridge to stop the enemy.
They raised the drawbridge to stop the enemy.
Grammar Patterns
a drawbridge a bridge that can be raised or lowered The castle has a large drawbridge.
Similar Words
Synonyms: bascule bridge (a type of drawbridge)
Etymology
A combination of 'draw' (to pull) and 'bridge'. It refers to a bridge that can be 'drawn' up by ropes or chains.
Memory Tips
Imagine a 'bridge' that you can 'draw' up with ropes to cross a castle's moat.