bunkers

word · lemma: bunker

Definition

Bunkers are strong shelters, usually built underground, designed to protect people or things from bombs, attacks, or dangerous situations. The word is also used in golf to refer to sand traps.

Usage & Nuances

'Bunkers' is most commonly used in military and emergency contexts. In golf, 'bunker' only refers to sand traps. Do not confuse with 'bunk beds' (beds). Plural is used when talking about multiple shelters or sand traps.

Spanish: búnkeres - refugios (subterráneos)Portuguese (BR): bunkers - abrigos (de guerra)Portuguese (PT): bunkers - abrigos (de guerra)Chinese (Simplified): 掩体 - 地堡Chinese (Traditional): 碉堡 - 掩體Hindi: बंकरArabic: مخابئ - ملاجئ

Example Sentences

During the war, people hid in bunkers for safety.

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The soldiers built several bunkers underground.

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Golfers try to avoid hitting the ball into bunkers.

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The old army bunkers are now used as museums.

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When the alarm sounded, everyone rushed to the bunkers.

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There are three bunkers near the green, making this golf hole tricky.

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