parapet
noun
Pronunciation: /ˈpærəpɛt/
Definition
A low protective wall along the edge of a building, bridge, or balcony.
Examples
The castle had a thick stone parapet to defend against attackers.
She leaned over the parapet of the bridge to get a better view of the river.
The architect designed the building with a decorative parapet around the roofline.
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