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Parapet
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a low protective wall built as part of a fortification, designed to shield defenders from attack
Voorbeelden
Archers fired arrows over the parapet at the approaching army.
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parapet, borstwering
a low protective wall or railing built along the edge of a roof, balcony, bridge, or other elevated structure to prevent people from falling
Voorbeelden
The fortress 's battlements featured crenellations along the parapet, allowing defenders to take cover while still maintaining visibility.
De kantelen van het fort hadden kantelen langs de borstwering, waardoor verdedigers dekking konden zoeken terwijl ze zicht behielden.
