Parapet
A low wall, especially one serving to protect the edge of a platform, roof, bridge, or the like.
A wall, rampart, or elevation of earth, for covering soldiers from an enemy's fire; a breastwork. See Illust. of Casemate.
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Parapet Translations
parapet in German is Wall
parapet in Spanish is parapeto
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