The Clue
Kwai structure (6 letter answer)
The Answer
BRIDGE
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Notes
The answer BRIDGE is rarely seen, appearing only about once every 1500 puzzles.
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Definition
BRIDGE as a noun:
1. (bridge, span) = a structure that allows people or vehicles to cross an obstacle such as a river or canal or railway etc.
2. (bridge, bridge circuit) = a circuit consisting of two branches (4 arms arranged in a diamond configuration) across which a meter is connected
3. something resembling a bridge in form or function; "his letters provided a bridge across the centuries"
4. the hard ridge that forms the upper part of the nose; "her glasses left marks on the bridge of her nose"
5. any of various card games based on whist for four players
6. a wooden support that holds the strings up
7. (bridge, bridgework) = a denture anchored to teeth on either side of missing teeth
8. (bridge, nosepiece) = the link between two lenses; rests on nose
9. (bridge, bridge deck) = an upper deck where a ship is steered and the captain stands
BRIDGE as a verb:
1. (bridge, bridge over) = connect or reduce the distance between
2. make a bridge across; "bridge a river"
3. cross over on a bridge