The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 7 letter word BASCULE
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The straight part
We know that "Part of bridge" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case part of bridge = bascule.The cryptic/wordplay part
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Crossword Answer definitions
BASCULE noun- A counterbalanced structure having one end that rises as the other lowers
- The portion of a breech-loading firearm that pivots open in order to allow access to the chamber.