Parapet: meaning, definitions and examples

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parapet

 

[ หˆpรฆrษ™pษชt ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

architecture

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

Synonyms

balustrade, barrier, guardrail, railing

Examples of usage

  • The parapet of the castle provided a stunning view of the surrounding countryside.
  • He leaned against the parapet and watched the sunset over the city.
  • The soldiers hid behind the parapet, waiting for the enemy to approach.
  • The bridge had ornate stone parapets on either side.
  • The balcony was lined with a delicate iron parapet.
Context #2 | Noun

military

A protective wall or earthwork along the top of a trench or other fortification.

Synonyms

battlement, defense, fortification

Examples of usage

  • The soldiers crouched behind the parapet, ready to defend the fort.
  • The enemy's bullets ricocheted off the stone parapet.
  • The parapet provided cover for the advancing troops.

Translations

Translations of the word "parapet" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น parapeito

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคชเคฐเคพเคชเฅ‡เคŸ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Brรผstung

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ pagar

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฟะฐั€ะฐะฟะตั‚

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ parapet

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒ‘ใƒฉใƒšใƒƒใƒˆ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท parapet

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ parapeto

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท parapet

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋‚œ๊ฐ„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฏูŽุฑุงุจุฒูŠู†

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ parapet

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ parapet

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅฅณๅ„ฟๅข™

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ parapet

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ brรญk

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฟะฐั€ะฐะฟะตั‚

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒžแƒแƒ แƒแƒžแƒ”แƒขแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ parapet

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ parapeto

Etymology

The word 'parapet' originated from the Italian word 'parapetto', which came from the Latin 'parapetum', meaning a low wall. Parapets have been used in architecture and military fortifications for centuries, providing protection and adding aesthetic value to structures. Over time, the design and materials used for parapets have evolved, but their essential function remains the same.

See also: parent, pareo, paring.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #16,935, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.