Bridge ( noun , verb )

(As a noun)

Bridge ( noun )

1. A structure spanning and providing passage over a body of water, chasm, road, or the like.
2. A connecting, transitional, or intermediate route or phase between two adjacent elements, activities, conditions, or the like.
3. A structure or device for providing support or assistance.
4. A structure spanning over a road, railway, water or any other physical feature.

Origin:

Middle english, from old english brycg, from old norse bryggja; akin to old english bær boat, old high german brucca bridge, old english brycg bridge.

Examples:

1. The bridge across the river.
2. The bridge between the past and the future.
3. A bridge of understanding.
4. The bridge was closed due to maintenance.
5. The bridge connects two sides of the city.

(As a verb)

Bridge ( verb )

1. A structure spanning and providing passage over a body of water, chasm, road, or the like.
2. A connecting, transitional, or intermediate route or phase between two adjacent elements, activities, conditions, or the like.
3. A structure or device for providing support or assistance.
4. A structure spanning over a road, railway, water or any other physical feature.

Origin:

Middle english, from old english brycg, from old norse bryggja; akin to old english bær boat, old high german brucca bridge, old english brycg bridge.

Examples:

1. The bridge across the river.
2. The bridge between the past and the future.
3. A bridge of understanding.
4. The bridge was closed due to maintenance.
5. The bridge connects two sides of the city.