PARAPET

Parapet

A parapet is a barrier which is an extension of the wall at the edge of a roof, terrace, balcony, or other structure. Where extending above a roof, it may simply be the portion of an exterior wall that continues above the line of the roof surface, or may be a continuation of a vertical feature beneath the roof such as a fire wall or party wall. Parapets were originally used to defend buildings from military attack, but today they are primarily used as guard rails and to prevent the spread of fires.

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parapet

Noun

  1. A low retaining wall.
  2. Part of a perimeter that extends above the roof.
  3. A fortification consisting of a wall.


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