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Definition the Rock of Gibraltar in British English

the Rock of Gibraltar

/ˌrɒk əv dʒɪˈbrɔːltə(r)/
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a small area of land in the south of Spain that is controlled by the UK. If someone says something is 'like the Rock of Gibraltar', they mean it is very solid and strong and will not be destroyed.

Definition the Rock of Gibraltar in British English