What is the meaning of bridge?

noun

• A structure that allows people or vehicles to cross an obstacle such as a river or canal or railway etc..
  • synonyms: span
• A circuit consisting of two branches (4 arms arranged in a diamond configuration) across which a meter is connected.
  • synonyms: bridge circuit
• Something resembling a bridge in form or function.
  • usage: "his letters provided a bridge across the centuries"
• The hard ridge that forms the upper part of the nose.
  • usage: "her glasses left marks on the bridge of her nose"
• Any of various card games based on whist for four players.
• A wooden support that holds the strings up.
• A denture anchored to teeth on either side of missing teeth.
  • synonyms: bridgework
• The link between two lenses; rests on the nose.
  • synonyms: nosepiece
• An upper deck where a ship is steered and the captain stands.
  • synonyms: bridge deck

verb

• Connect or reduce the distance between.
  • synonyms: bridge over
• Make a bridge across.
  • usage: "bridge a river"
• Cross over on a bridge. .