parapets

[US]/ˈpærəˌpɛts/
[UK]/ˈpærəˌpɛts/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.low walls along the edge of a roof or balcony; protective wall at the front of a trench

Phrases & Collocations

stone parapets

high parapets

wooden parapets

parapets design

decorative parapets

parapets height

parapets materials

parapets construction

parapets safety

parapets style

Example Sentences

the soldiers took cover behind the parapets during the battle.

the castle's parapets provided a vantage point for the guards.

the architect designed decorative parapets for the building.

children often play near the parapets of the old fortress.

we admired the view from the parapets of the ancient walls.

parapets are essential for safety on high buildings.

the old castle's parapets were crumbling after years of neglect.

parapets were built to prevent falls from the rooftop.

during the renovation, they reinforced the parapets for better safety.

the design of the parapets reflected the historical style of the building.

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