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