Meaning ofbulwarkin English

Noun

1. a safeguard or protection; defense mechanism
   The government implemented a bulwark against economic downturns.
2. a defensive structure; wall or rampart
   The ancient city was protected by a bulwark of high walls and towers.
3. a safeguard or protective barrier
   The company's diverse portfolio served as a bulwark against financial risks.
4. a breakwater; barrier to waves
   The coastal town built a bulwark to prevent damage from storms and waves.
5. nautical planking; prevents overboarding
   The ship's bulwark was designed to prevent passengers from falling overboard.