1. Noun
That which fortifies and defends from assault; that which secures safety; a defense or bulwark.
2. Noun
A broad embankment of earth round a place, upon which the parapet is raised. It forms the substratum of every permanent fortification.
3. Verb
To surround or protect with, or as with, a rampart or ramparts.
4. Noun
an embankment built around a space for defensive purposes; "they stormed the ramparts of the city"; "they blew the trumpet and the walls came tumbling down"
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