bridge meaning and definition

BRIDGE noun

Definition of bridge (noun)

1. a structure that allows people or vehicles to cross an obstacle such as a river or canal or railway etc.
   • synonyms: span
2. a circuit consisting of two branches (4 arms arranged in a diamond configuration) across which a meter is connected
   • synonyms: bridge circuit
3. something resembling a bridge in form or function
   • "his letters provided a bridge across the centuries"
4. the hard ridge that forms the upper part of the nose
   • "her glasses left marks on the bridge of her nose"
5. any of various card games based on whist for four players
6. a wooden support that holds the strings up
7. a denture anchored to teeth on either side of missing teeth
   • synonyms: bridgework
8. the link between two lenses; rests on the nose
   • synonyms: nosepiece
9. an upper deck where a ship is steered and the captain stands
   • synonyms: bridge deck

BRIDGE verb

Definition of bridge (verb)

1. connect or reduce the distance between
   • synonyms: bridge over
2. make a bridge across
   • "bridge a river"
3. cross over on a bridge