bridge

(noun): A construction or natural feature that spans a divide.
(noun): An arch or superstructure.
(noun): A connection, real or abstract.
(noun): Any of several electrical devices that measure characteristics such as impedance and inductance by balancing different parts of a circuit
(noun): A low wall or vertical partition in the fire chamber of a furnace, for deflecting flame, etc.; a bridge wall.
(noun): The situation where a lone rider or small group of riders closes the space between them and the rider or group in front.
(noun): A solid crust of undissolved salt in a water softener.
(verb): To be or make a bridge over something.
(verb): To span as if with a bridge.
(verb): To transition from one piece or section of music to another without stopping.
(verb): (communication) To connect two or more computer buses, networks etc. with a bridge.
(verb): To go to the bridge position.