bridgehead

• Substantivo que designa uma posição ou território conquistado em área inimiga, muitas vezes usado como base para avanços posteriores, ou uma posição defensiva na extremidade de uma ponte mais próxima do adversário.

A noun referring to a position or area that has been secured in enemy territory, often serving as a base for further advance, or a defensive position at the end of a bridge closest to the opposing force.

1. Military positionC1formalpolitical

   A fortified position established by an army on the enemy's side of a river or other obstacle, intended to protect the crossing of additional troops.

   Cabeça de ponte

   • The soldiers secured a bridgehead on the far bank of the river.
   • Establishing a bridgehead was crucial for the advance of the main force.
   • The enemy fiercely defended the bridgehead to prevent further incursions.

   Sinônimosbeachheadfootholdlodgementtoehold

2. Defensive positionC1formalpolitical

   A defensive post located at the end of a bridge that is closest to the enemy, used to control access and protect the structure.

   Cabeça de ponte

   • The troops fortified the bridgehead to repel any attack.
   • A small unit was stationed at the bridgehead to guard the crossing.
   • The bridgehead was heavily reinforced with sandbags and artillery.