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 Definitions of breastwork  [ˈbrɛstˌwɜrk]  

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Definition of 'breastwork' Random House Webster's College Dictionary 

1. (n.) breastwork
a hastily erected field fortification.

Etymology:  (1635–45)

Definition of 'breastwork' Princeton's WordNet 

1. (noun) parapet, breastwork
fortification consisting of a low wall
Definition of 'breastwork' Webster Dictionary 

1. (noun) breastwork
a defensive work of moderate height, hastily thrown up, of earth or other material

2. (noun) breastwork
a railing on the quarter-deck and forecastle

'breastwork' - Nearby Entries  

breast pocket  breaststroke  breaststroker  breastwork  breathalyse  breathalyser  breathalyze  



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