noun
- a bridge that can be raised or moved to allow ships to pass underneath or to prevent access
Examples
- The medieval castle had a drawbridge that could be raised to keep enemies out.
- The drawbridge lifted slowly to allow the tall sailboat to pass through.
- Traffic stopped as the drawbridge opened for the approaching yacht.
- The old fortress still has its original wooden drawbridge.
- Ships must wait for the drawbridge to close before road traffic can resume.
- The drawbridge operator raised the span at exactly noon.