How many syllables in breastwork?

There are 2 syllables in the word breastwork.

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Divide breastwork into syllables:

breast · work

How to pronounce breastwork:

Definition of breastwork:

breastwork (noun):: a temporary fortification; noun. fortification consisting of a low wall.

Synonyms for breastwork:

bastion

battlement

blockhouse

bulwark

bunker

castle

citadel

dugout

earthwork

embattlement

fastness

fort

fortification

fortress

machicolation

parapet

rampart

redoubt

stronghold

Antonyms for breastwork:

depression

ditch

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