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Definition of bridgebuilding

bridgebuilding

/ˈbrɪdʒˌbɪl.dɪŋ/
bridge · build · ing
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bridgebuilding Lexical Profile

• noun

1

The practice or effort of fostering friendly relations, mutual understanding, and cooperation between different or opposing groups.

Example

"Successful diplomacy often relies on patient bridgebuilding between historically rival nations."

2

The engineering art, trade, or process of designing and constructing physical bridges.

Example

"Advances in steel manufacturing revolutionized the field of bridgebuilding in the nineteenth century."

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• adjective

1

Serving or intended to foster mutual understanding, cooperation, and goodwill between divided or estranged groups.

Example

"The mayor launched several bridgebuilding initiatives to unite the city's diverse neighborhoods."

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• Nearby Words

bridge
bridgeable
bridgebuilder
bridgebuilding
bridgehead
bridgekeeper
bridgeless

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Bridgebuilding. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/bridgebuilding
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