Pronunciation: /drɔːbrɪdʒ/
noun a type of bridge that can be raised or lowered to allow passage for boats or ships
A1 The drawbridge was raised to let the boat pass through.
A2 The medieval castle had a drawbridge that could be lowered and raised.
B1 The drawbridge creaked as it was lowered for the approaching army.
B2 The drawbridge was a crucial defense mechanism for the fortress.
C1 The drawbridge was intricately designed with ornate carvings and mechanisms.
C2 The drawbridge was a marvel of engineering, allowing for easy access to the castle while still providing security.
verb None
A1 The knight must drawbridge before entering the castle.
A2 She learned how to drawbridge in order to protect the fortress.
B1 The engineer was tasked with drawbridging the entrance to the medieval village.
B2 The drawbridge mechanism was carefully designed to withstand harsh weather conditions.
C1 The drawbridge was raised swiftly to prevent any unauthorized access to the stronghold.
C2 The drawbridge was meticulously maintained to ensure smooth operation at all times.
adjective None
A1 The drawbridge castle was a popular tourist attraction.
A2 The drawbridge entrance to the castle was raised to prevent intruders.
B1 The drawbridge mechanism was carefully maintained to ensure smooth operation.
B2 The drawbridge was a fascinating engineering feat of medieval times.
C1 The drawbridge was intricately designed with intricate carvings and decorations.
C2 The drawbridge was a symbol of power and authority in the ancient kingdom.
adverb None
A1 The drawbridge slowly lowered to allow the boats to pass through.
A2 The drawbridge creaked as it was raised to let the ships enter the harbor.
B1 The drawbridge was raised swiftly to prevent unauthorized access to the castle.
B2 The drawbridge was operated efficiently by the castle guards during the siege.
C1 The drawbridge mechanism was intricately designed to withstand harsh weather conditions.
C2 The drawbridge was a marvel of engineering, allowing for quick access to the fortress.
pronoun None
A1 The drawbridge is up.
A2 I saw a drawbridge while on vacation.
B1 The drawbridge was built in the 15th century.
B2 The drawbridge slowly lowered as the boat approached.
C1 The drawbridge mechanism was fascinating to study.
C2 The drawbridge, a marvel of engineering, spanned the river.
preposition None
A1 The drawbridge is up.
A2 The castle has a drawbridge.
B1 The drawbridge was lowered to allow passage.
B2 The drawbridge creaked as it was raised.
C1 The drawbridge mechanism was intricate and well-maintained.
C2 The drawbridge spanned the moat, connecting the castle to the mainland.
conjunction None
A1 The drawbridge opened to let the boat pass.
A2 The drawbridge was raised to allow the ship to enter the harbor.
B1 The drawbridge was lowered so that the cars could cross the river.
B2 The drawbridge was operated manually by the bridge keeper.
C1 The drawbridge was a marvel of engineering, allowing for both pedestrian and vehicle traffic.
C2 The drawbridge was a historic landmark, attracting tourists from all over the world.
interjection None
A1 Drawbridge! Be careful not to fall into the moat.
A2 Oh, drawbridge! Please lower so we can cross.
B1 Drawbridge! We need to wait for it to open before we can enter the castle.
B2 The drawbridge is stuck again. Drawbridge! Why do you always cause problems?
C1 As the drawbridge slowly lowered, the knights rode across to the other side.
C2 The drawbridge creaked ominously as it began to rise, sealing off the castle from intruders.
article None
A1 The drawbridge is up.
A2 The castle's drawbridge was made of wood.
B1 The drawbridge was raised to prevent entry into the fortress.
B2 The drawbridge creaked as it lowered to allow passage across the moat.
C1 The drawbridge was a marvel of engineering, able to withstand attacks from enemy forces.
C2 The drawbridge was intricately designed with intricate carvings and decorations, showcasing the wealth of the castle's owner.
formal The ancient castle was equipped with a sturdy drawbridge that could be raised in times of attack.
informal We had to wait for the drawbridge to lower before we could drive across the moat and enter the castle.
slang I felt like a boss when I got to operate the drawbridge at the medieval fair.
figurative Her emotions were like a drawbridge, sometimes open and welcoming, other times closed off and unreachable.
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