English Explanatory Dictionary

parapet

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A low protective wall.
  2. Part of a perimeter that extends above the roof.
  3. A fortification consisting of a wall.

Pronunciation

/ˈpæɹ.ə.pɪt/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-parapet.wav

Word forms

parapet parapets

Etymology

From Middle French parapet, from Italian parapetto.

Synonyms

breastwork

Derived words

keep one's head below the parapet parapeted parapetless parapetlike parapetted put one's head above the parapet
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