Antonyms for parapet

Grammar : Noun

Spell : par-uh-pit, -pet

Phonetic Transcription : ˈpær ə pɪt, -ˌpɛt

Definition of parapet

Origin : 1580s, from Middle French parapet "breastwork" (16c.), or directly from Italian parapetto, from para- "defense" (see para- (2)) + petto "breast," from Latin pectus (see pectoral (adj.)).

noun bulwark

Example sentences :

Let us sit down on the parapet and try to realise the scene.
Extract from : « Camps, Quarters and Casual Places » by Archibald Forbes

He swung himself on—near—near—nearer—a yard from the parapet.
Extract from : « Night and Morning, Complete » by Edward Bulwer-Lytton

"This is where Gordon used to stand," the Sirdar stopped us near the parapet.
Extract from : « It Happened in Egypt » by C. N. Williamson

Spires of this period are not very common, and usually spring from within the parapet.
Extract from : « English Villages » by P. H. Ditchfield

My first vision over the parapet revealed but a mottled grey.
Extract from : « City of Endless Night » by Milo Hastings

He leapt on the parapet of the window, laughing as he leapt, and waving his sword in his hand.
Extract from : « The Prisoner of Zenda » by Anthony Hope

He insisted on his ability to go, and with a companion he climbed over the parapet.
Extract from : « With Manchesters in the East » by Gerald B. Hurst

Marsh turned away from the water, and stood with his back to the parapet.
Extract from : « Changing Winds » by St. John G. Ervine

At this they all leant over the parapet, holding their breath.
Extract from : « The Fortune of the Rougons » by Emile Zola

Brother Paul was standing by the parapet with his eyes in the same direction.
Extract from : « The Christian » by Hall Caine

Synonyms for parapet

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