Meaning of the word "cattle guard" in English

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cattle guard

US /ˈkæt.l̩ ˌɡɑːrd/
UK /ˈkæt.l̩ ˌɡɑːrd/
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Noun

1.

a grid of parallel bars over a ditch, used to prevent livestock from crossing a boundary while allowing vehicles to pass

Example:
The ranch entrance had a sturdy cattle guard.
Be careful when driving over the cattle guard, it can be bumpy.
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