Rampart (Noun)
Meaning
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".
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The medieval city's ancient rampart stood strong for centuries against invaders from neighboring kingdoms.
- Behind the stone rampart, the archers lined up, ready to fire at the approaching enemy forces.
- The commanding officer ordered the demolition of a section of the rampart to create an opening for the retreating soldiers.
- The people inside the fortress prayed for divine intervention as the enemy tried to climb the tall rampart.
- When the sound of trumpets echoed, a weak section of the rampart began to crumble and ultimately gave way to the fierce army outside.