Noun

1. A structure that allows people or vehicles to cross an obstacle such as a river or canal or railway etc.
2. A circuit consisting of two branches (4 arms arranged in a diamond configuration) across which a meter is connected
3. Something resembling a bridge in form or function
4. The hard ridge that forms the upper part of the nose
5. Any of various card games based on whist for four players
6. A wooden support that holds the strings up
7. A denture anchored to teeth on either side of missing teeth
8. The link between two lenses; rests on the nose
9. An upper deck where a ship is steered and the captain stands

Verb

1. Connect or reduce the distance between
2. Make a bridge across
3. Cross over on a bridge