Bollards
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def
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short, sturdy posts placed in front of buildings to block vehicle access while still allowing pedestrians to pass freely between them
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etymology
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named after the maritime "bollard" — the post on a pier or dock used to tie off a ship
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purpose
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stops vehicles from ramming or smash-and-grab attacks, without blocking foot traffic
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note
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decorative bollards (e.g., large red balls outside some retail stores) may be spaced too far apart to reliably stop all vehicles, functioning more as decor than as a strict security measure
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related
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