English Word · Advanced
breastwork
A railing on a ship's quarterdeck or forecastle
Pronunciation: /ˈbrɛstˌwɜːk/
Meaning
A railing on a ship's quarterdeck or forecastle.
Example
The sailor leaned on the breastwork beside the forecastle.
The sailor leaned on the breastwork beside the forecastle.
Practice tips
- Practice breastwork out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English word is for advanced-level learners.