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bollard

The correct spelling is bollard.

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noun

IPA: /ˈbɒlɑːd/

Say it like: Bol-lar-d

The correct spelling is bollard. A strong vertical post of timber or iron, fixed to the ground and/or on the deck of a ship, to which the ship's mooring lines etc are secured.

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noun

  1. 1.A strong vertical post of timber or iron, fixed to the ground and/or on the deck of a ship, to which the ship's mooring lines etc are secured.
  2. 2.A similar post preventing vehicle access to a pedestrian area, to delineate traffic lanes, or used for security purposes.

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