noun
drawbridge
DRAWB-rihj
noun
1
A bridge that can be raised or lowered, traditionally to block access to a castle or let boats pass beneath.
"The knights raised the drawbridge to keep the invaders out."
How to Use Drawbridge
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA movable bridge, historically over a castle moat, that can be lifted to block entry.
Word Forms
drawbridges plural
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Etymology
From Middle English drawebrigge, literally "bridge that is drawn" (pulled up).