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Word: bridgehead (lookup usage) (lookup stats)


Meaning:

Noun:

  • An area around the end of a bridge.
  • chemistry Either of the two atoms in different parts of a molecule that are connected by a bridge.
  • military A fortification around the end of a bridge.
  • military An area of ground on the enemy's side of a bridge, especially one that needs to be taken and defended in order to secure an advance.

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