Meaning & use
bulwark
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A defensive wall or barrier, or a person or thing that provides strong protection or support.
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The constitution serves as a bulwark against government overreach.
The old sea wall acted as a bulwark against the rising tide.
A note on using this word
Bulwark is often used figuratively today, describing institutions, laws, or values that protect against harm, rather than literal walls.
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