Escarpment
01
a steep man-made slope in front of a fortification
Exempel
The historic fort retains its original stone escarpment.
02
brant sluttning, klippa
a steep, high slope or cliff formed by erosion
Exempel
The escarpment acted as a natural barrier, protecting the valley below from strong winds.
Branten fungerade som ett naturligt skydd, som skyddade dalen nedanför från starka vindar.
