rampart
IPA: rˈæmpɑrt
noun
- A defensive mound of earth or a wall with a broad top and usually a stone parapet; a wall-like ridge of earth, stones or debris; an embankment for defensive purpose.
- A defensive structure; a protective barrier; a bulwark.
- That which defends against intrusion from outside; a protection.
- (usually in the plural) A steep bank of a river or gorge.
verb
- To defend with a rampart; fortify or surround with a rampart.
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Examples of "rampart" in Sentences
- Who built this rampart
- The rampart was built in 1400s.
- He cleared the interior of the rampart.
- Only the outside and the ramparts are visible.
- The rampart in my villiage is very firm and strong.
- It was the last true reinforcement of the ramparts.
- The top of the ramparts is adorned with machicolation.
- It stands on the east side of the fort close to the rampart.
- From the top of the ramparts to the bottom of the ditch is about.
- The outer rampart of Amundsen covers the southern part of the inner wall.
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