bridge

/brˈɪdʒ/

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Definitions

Noun
a structure that allows people or vehicles to cross an obstacle such as a river or canal or railway etc.
Noun
a circuit consisting of two branches (4 arms arranged in a diamond configuration) across which a meter is connected
Noun
something resembling a bridge in form or function; "his letters provided a bridge across the centuries"
Noun
the hard ridge that forms the upper part of the nose; "her glasses left marks on the bridge of her nose"
Noun
any of various card games based on whist for four players
Noun
a wooden support that holds the strings up
Noun
a denture anchored to teeth on either side of missing teeth
Noun
the link between two lenses; rests on the nose
Noun
an upper deck where a ship is steered and the captain stands
Verb
connect or reduce the distance between
Verb
make a bridge across; "bridge a river"
Verb
cross over on a bridge