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ramparts

/ˈræmpɑːrts/ /ˈræmpɑːrts/

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noun

Remparts, fortifications, murailles

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.

Examples :

"The soldiers stood watch on the castle's ramparts, ready to defend it from attack. "

Les soldats montaient la garde sur les remparts du château, prêts à le défendre contre une attaque.

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noun

Remparts, fortifications

A defensive structure; a protective barrier; a bulwark.

Examples :

"The castle's ramparts protected the people inside from enemy attacks. "

Les remparts du château protégeaient les personnes à l'intérieur des attaques ennemies.

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noun

Remparts, fortifications

That which defends against intrusion from outside; a protection.

Examples :

"The tall, thick hedges around the playground acted as ramparts, keeping stray balls from rolling into the street. "

Les haies hautes et épaisses autour de l'aire de jeux faisaient office de remparts, empêchant les ballons égarés de rouler dans la rue.

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noun

Rives escarpées, berges abruptes

(usually in the plural) A steep bank of a river or gorge.

Examples :

"The hikers carefully descended the gorge, mindful of the steep, rocky ramparts on either side. "

Les randonneurs ont descendu prudemment les gorges, conscients des rives escarpées et rocheuses de chaque côté.

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