Bulwarked

Bulwarked
Bulwark Bul"wark, v. t. [imp. & p. p. {Bulwarked}; p. pr. & vb. n. {Bulwarking}.] To fortify with, or as with, a rampart or wall; to secure by fortification; to protect. [1913 Webster]

Of some proud city, bulwarked round and armed With rising towers. --Glover. [1913 Webster]


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