Rampart

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Contents 1 English 1.1 Etymology 1.2 Noun 1.3 Verb 1.3.1 Derived terms

English

Etymology

From Old French rempart

Noun

rampart

1. 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.
2. A defensive structure; a protective barrier; a bulwark.
3. That which defends against intrusion from outside; a protection.
4. (usually plural) A steep bank of a river or gorge.

Verb

rampart

1. Defend with a rampart; fortify or surround with a rampart.

Derived terms

• ramparted

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