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noun
A grid of parallel metal bars set into a road as an obstacle to prevent hooved animals from passing.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
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noun
a bridge over a ditch consisting of parallel metal bars that allow pedestrians and vehicles to pass, but not cattle
Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0
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Synonyms: cattle guard
Antonyms: none provided
Broader terms: bridge, span
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