rampart

Founding-era definition · Webster's 1828 American Dictionary

RAM'PART, noun [Hence we see rampart is from Latin reparo; re and paro. See Parry and Repair.] 1. In fortification, an elevation or mound of earth round a place, capable of resisting cannon shot, and formed into bastions, curtains, etc. No standards from the hostile ramparts torn. 2. That which fortifies and defends from assault; that which secures safety. RAM'PART, verb transitive To fortify with ramparts. [Not in use.]
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