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Rampart
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Meaning
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.
●
A
steep
bank
of a
river
or gorge.
Verb
●
To
defend
with a
rampart
;
fortify
or
surround
with a
rampart
.
Sourced from
Wiktionary
Origin
rampart
English
rempart
French
remparer
Old French (842-ca. 1400)
rempart
Old French (842-ca. 1400)
Sourced from
Etym
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