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parapet
noun
par·a·pet
ˈper-ə-pət 
-ˌpet,
ˈpa-rə-
1
: a wall, rampart, or elevation of earth or stone to protect soldiers
The invaders fired arrows over the castle's parapet.
2
: a low wall or railing to protect the edge of a platform, roof, or bridge
called also parapet wall
The visitor peered over the parapet with binoculars.
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The invaders fired arrows over the castle's parapet.
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Besides roof-sealing, parapets stop people from accidentally falling off the edge of the roof and provide a firebreak between rowhouses.
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Kim Velsey, Curbed, 9 Oct. 2024
The episode begins with the accidental killing of Sylvie, who falls from the parapet after escaping captivity and attempting to warn the villagers about the danger to Laurent.
—Ben Rosenstock, Vulture, 11 Oct. 2024
The Upper Cliff Dwelling contains about 40 rooms, some partially intact roofs and parapet walls.
—Roger Naylor, The Arizona Republic, 26 Oct. 2024
The castle’s stately facade has been maintained throughout the centuries with masons carefully restoring its chimneys, turrets, and parapet roofs, in addition to a 15th-century stone carriage bridge.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 9 Oct. 2024
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Kim Velsey, Curbed, 9 Oct. 2024
The episode begins with the accidental killing of Sylvie, who falls from the parapet after escaping captivity and attempting to warn the villagers about the danger to Laurent.
—Ben Rosenstock, Vulture, 11 Oct. 2024
The Upper Cliff Dwelling contains about 40 rooms, some partially intact roofs and parapet walls.
—Roger Naylor, The Arizona Republic, 26 Oct. 2024
The castle’s stately facade has been maintained throughout the centuries with masons carefully restoring its chimneys, turrets, and parapet roofs, in addition to a 15th-century stone carriage bridge.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 9 Oct. 2024
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“Parapet.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/parapet. Accessed 28 Nov. 2024.
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parapet
noun
par·a·pet
ˈpar-ə-pət
-ˌpet
1
: a wall of earth or stone to protect soldiers
2
: a low wall or railing at the edge of a platform, roof, or bridge
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