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parapet

noun

/ˈpærəpɛt/

Meaning

A low protective wall along the edge of a roof, balcony, or bridge.

The soldier hid behind the parapet for protection.

to raise the parapet

battlement, railing, barrier, wall

open edge, gap

stone parapet, parapet wall, behind the parapet

The action of cultivating land, or the state of being cultivated.

the long hair growing on the neck of a horse, lion, or other animal

a written statement confirmed by oath or affirmation, used as evidence in court

a formal written request, typically signed by many people, appealing to authority about a cause

The capacity to recover quickly from difficulties; toughness.

An item of clothing.