gulf /gʌlf/●bridge the ˈgap (between A and B) ( bridge the ˈgulf (between A and B)less frequent) make it easier to move from one thing to another or for two groups to communicate with each other消除（两个团体间的）隔阂；消除鸿沟（或分歧）◆The hostel helps to bridge the gap between prison and life on the outside.这家招待所有助于消除监狱内外生活的巨大差异。