Drawbridge

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Meanings of Drawbridge

   
Noun
  • A special kind of bridge that can be lifted up so boats can go under it or to keep people from crossing it.
  • A bridge that moves up and down to let things pass underneath.
   

Explanation of the word: Drawbridge

A drawbridge is a bridge that can move up to let boats go underneath. When cars need to cross, the bridge goes back down.

   

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Translations for the word: Drawbridge

   
hindi
ड्रॉब्रिज

Drawbridge

खिचाव पुल

Kichav pul

चित्र पुल

Chitra pul

   
   

Synonyms for the word: Drawbridge

bascule bridge
   

Mini Blog for the word: Drawbridge

The Friendly Troll and the Drawbridge

Have you ever seen a drawbridge? It’s a special kind of bridge that can go up and down! Imagine a big, strong bridge that helps boats pass underneath. When a boat comes, the drawbridge lifts like a giant arm waving hello!

In a magical land, there lived a friendly troll named Tilly who loved to watch the drawbridge. She would giggle as it opened, letting the boats sail by. Tilly dreamed of one day riding a boat herself!

So, next time you see a drawbridge, think of Tilly and her adventures. What would you do if you could ride a boat?

   

Frequently Asked Questions about the word: Drawbridge

A drawbridge is a type of bridge that can be raised or lowered to allow boats to pass underneath.

You say 'drawbridge' like this: draw-brij.

The word 'drawbridge' comes from the Old English words 'dragan' meaning 'to pull' and 'brycg' meaning 'bridge'.

The word 'drawbridge' in Bengali is 'ড্রব্রিজ' (Ḍrabrij).
   

Facts, Proverbs and Quotes about the word: Drawbridge

Fact: A drawbridge is a special bridge that can be raised or lowered to let boats pass underneath!
Proverb: A bridge is a friend to all, helping us connect and cross over.
Quote: "Bridges are made to be crossed." - Unknown