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ramparts

/ˈræmpɑːrts/ /ˈræmpɑːrts/

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noun

城墙，壁垒.

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. "

士兵们站在城堡的城墙上警戒，准备抵御敌人的进攻。

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noun

城墙，防御工事。

A defensive structure; a protective barrier; a bulwark.

Examples :

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

城堡的城墙和防御工事保护里面的人民免受敌人的袭击。

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noun

城墙，防御工事

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. "

操场周围高大浓密的树篱就像城墙一样，防止乱飞的球滚到街上。

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noun

河岸，峭壁。

(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. "

徒步者们小心翼翼地向下攀爬峡谷，时刻注意着两侧陡峭的岩石河岸。

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