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ramparts

/ˈræmpɑːrts/ /ˈræmpɑːrts/

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noun

城壁, 防塁

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. "

兵士たちは攻撃から城を守るため、城壁の上で見張りをしていた。

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noun

城壁, 防塁

A defensive structure; a protective barrier; a bulwark.

Examples :

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

城壁は、城内の人々を敵の攻撃から守りました。

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noun

城壁, 防壁

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. "

遊び場の周りの高くて厚い生け垣は城壁として機能し、迷子のボールが道路に転がるのを防ぎました。

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noun

急な土手、崖

(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. "

ハイカーたちは、両側の急な岩だらけの崖に注意しながら、慎重に峡谷を下りました。

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