PARAPET

parapet, breastwork

(noun) fortification consisting of a low wall

parapet

(noun) a low wall along the edge of a roof or balcony

Source: WordNet® 3.1

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Etymology

Noun

parapet (plural parapets)

A low protective wall.

Hyponym: balustrade

Coordinate term: railing

Part of a perimeter that extends above the roof.

(military) A fortification consisting of a wall.

Synonym: breastwork

Source: Wiktionary

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Par"a*pet, n. Etym: [F., fr. It. parapetto, fr. parare to ward off, guard (L. parare to prepare, provide) + petto the breast, L. pectus. See Parry, and Pectoral.]

1. (Arch.)

Definition: A low wall, especially one serving to protect the edge of a platform, roof, bridge, or the like.

2. (Fort.)

Definition: A wall, rampart, or elevation of earth, for covering soldiers from an enemy's fire; a breastwork. See Illust. of Casemate.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition

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