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[きょう()·とう()·()]
kyoutouho
noun

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[きょう()·とう()·()]
kyoutouho
[きょう()·とう()·ほう()]
kyoutouhou
[きょう()·とう()·ほう()]
kyoutouhou

English Meaning(s) for 橋頭堡

noun
  1. bridgehead; beachhead

Definition and Synonyms for 橋頭堡

Bridgehead a defensive post at the end of a bridge nearest to the enemy
Synonyms: 橋頭堡
Bridgehead an area in hostile territory that has been captured and is held awaiting further troops and supplies
Synonyms: 橋頭堡, 海岸堡
Beachhead a bridgehead on the enemy's shoreline seized by an amphibious operation
Synonyms: 橋頭堡

Meanings for each kanji in 橋頭堡

» bridge
» head; counter for large animals
» fort

Categories 橋頭堡 is a member of

Post the position where someone (as a guard or sentry) stands or is assigned to stand
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Combat Area a military area where combat forces operate
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Bridgehead an area in hostile territory that has been captured and is held awaiting further troops and supplies
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