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bulwark 1. Nautical a solid vertical fencelike structure along the outward sides of a deck 2. a breakwater or mole bulwark [′bu̇l‚wərk] (naval architecture) The part of a ship's side that extends above the main deck to protect it against heavy weather. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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Now the general is the bulwark of the State; if the bulwark is complete at all points; the State will be strong; if the bulwark is defective, the State will be weak. ``The fool,'' answered Wamba, raising the relics of a gammon of bacon, ``will take care to erect a bulwark against the knave. Here I expect we shall be told that the militia of the country is its natural bulwark, and would be at all times equal to the national defense. |
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