"forebridge" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: forebridges [plural]
Etymology: From fore- + bridge. Etymology templates: {{prefix|en|fore|bridge}} fore- + bridge Head templates: {{en-noun}} forebridge (plural forebridges)
  1. (nautical) A raised platform or pilothouse at the front of the bridge. Categories (topical): Nautical Synonyms: fore-bridge
    Sense id: en-forebridge-en-noun-PnL~WEbJ Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header, English terms prefixed with fore- Topics: nautical, transport

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