1. a structure built over a river, road, or other obstacle to allow people or vehicles to cross
2. something that connects or links two things
3. the upper bony part of the nose

1. to build a bridge over something
2. to connect or reduce the distance between two things

Examples

• The Golden Gate Bridge spans San Francisco Bay.
• We walked across the wooden bridge over the creek.
• Education can bridge the gap between different social classes.
• The captain stood on the bridge giving orders to the crew.
• She broke her nose and damaged the bridge.
• The new highway will bridge the valley.
• This program helps bridge cultural differences.
• They plan to bridge the river with a suspension bridge.