No. 7,418 in Dutch
bolwerk
"Bolwerk" means "stronghold" or "bastion" in English, symbolizing a form of defense or support.
In a sentence
De oude stadsmuur was een bolwerk tegen vijandelijke aanvallen.
The old city wall was a bulwark against enemy attacks.
Here, 'bolwerk' is used in its literal meaning referring to a strong defensive structure.
Deze bibliotheek is een bolwerk van kennis en cultuur.
This library is a stronghold of knowledge and culture.
In this context, 'bolwerk' signifies a figurative bastion or center of something important, emphasizing defense metaphorically.
De oppositiepartij heeft zich ontwikkeld tot een bolwerk van onafhankelijk denken.
The opposition party has developed into a bastion of independent thought.
Here, 'bolwerk' denotes an organization or group representing values or approaches, indicating strength and resilience.
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