breastwork

English

noun
Definitions
  • A fortification consisting of a breast-high bulwark; a parapet.
  • (nautical) A railing on the quarter-deck and forecastle.
  • A parapet.
  • (slang) breast Breast augmentation.

Etymology

Compound from English breast + English work (made of specified material).

Origin

English

work

Gloss

made of specified material

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