Parapet ( noun , verb )

(As a noun)

Parapet ( noun )

1. A low wall or railing, especially one along the edge of a roof or bridge.
2. A low wall or barrier along the edge of a roof or bridge, serving as a barrier or protection.

Origin:

From the french word parapet, from italian parapetto, from parare "to shield" + petto "breast".

Examples:

1. The parapet on the roof provided a barrier for safety.
2. He leaned over the parapet of the bridge to look at the water below.
3. The parapet protected the soldiers from enemy fire.
4. The parapet was used as a barrier to prevent anyone from falling off the edge of the roof.
5. He climbed up on the parapet to get a better view of the city.

(As a verb)

Parapet ( verb )

1. A low wall or railing, especially one along the edge of a roof or bridge.
2. A low wall or barrier along the edge of a roof or bridge, serving as a barrier or protection.

Origin:

From the french word parapet, from italian parapetto, from parare "to shield" + petto "breast".

Examples:

1. The parapet on the roof provided a barrier for safety.
2. He leaned over the parapet of the bridge to look at the water below.
3. The parapet protected the soldiers from enemy fire.
4. The parapet was used as a barrier to prevent anyone from falling off the edge of the roof.
5. He climbed up on the parapet to get a better view of the city.