parapet - Meaning and Examples

Meaning of 'parapet' (Webster Dictionary)

1 . Parapet

[ n.]

- A low wall, especially one serving to protect the edge of a platform, roof, bridge, or the like.
- A wall, rampart, or elevation of earth, for covering soldiers from an enemy's fire; a breastwork. See Illust. of Casemate.

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