parapet
🇺🇸
/ˈpærəpɪt/
🇬🇧
/ˈpærəpɪt/
noun
R
A protective barrier that is built along the edge of a bridge, roof, or other high place to prevent people from falling off.
We sat on the parapet of the bridge, enjoying the view of the river below.
我们坐在桥的护墙上，欣赏着下面河流的景色。
R
A protective wall used in military situations to shield soldiers from enemy fire.
The soldiers took cover behind the parapet, avoiding the enemy's line of sight.
士兵们躲在护墙后面，避开了敌人的视线。
translation
女儿墙, 胸墙
词形变化
Plural
parapets