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Webster 1913 Edition

Parapet

Par′a-pet

,
Noun.
[F., fr. It.
parapetto
, fr.
parare
to ward off, guard (L.
parare
to prepare, provide) +
petto
the breast, L.
pectus
. See
Parry
, and
Pectoral
.]
1.
(Arch.)
A low wall, especially one serving to protect the edge of a platform, roof, bridge, or the like.
2.
(Fort.)
A wall, rampart, or elevation of earth, for covering soldiers from an enemy’s fire; a breastwork. See Illust. of
Casemate
.

Webster 1828 Edition

Parapet

PAR'APET

,
Noun.
[L. pectus.] Literally, a wall or rampart to the breast or breast high; but in practice,a wall, rampart or elevation of earth for covering soldiers from an enemy's shot.

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