Parapet
01
a low protective wall built as part of a fortification, designed to shield defenders from attack
Exempel
Soldiers crouched behind the parapet during the siege.
The castle 's parapets were thick and reinforced with stone.
02
parapet, bröstvärn
a low protective wall or railing built along the edge of a roof, balcony, bridge, or other elevated structure to prevent people from falling
Exempel
The ancient castle 's towering stone walls were adorned with decorative parapets, providing both protection and visual interest.
Det gamla slottets höga stenmurar var prydda med dekorativa bröstvärn, som gav både skydd och visuellt intresse.
The rooftop terrace was surrounded by a low parapet, offering unobstructed views of the city skyline.
Takterrassen var omgiven av en låg bröstvägg, som erbjöd en obehindrad utsikt över stadens horisont.
