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breastwork

/ˈbrɛstwɜːk/

/ˈbrɛstwɜrk/

Translations

breastworknoun

breastworks

/ˈbrɛstwɜːk/

/ˈbrɛstwɜrk/

parapetFortification ; aussi en contexte naval pour une protection élevée sur le pont.

The soldiers took cover behind the breastwork as the enemy advanced.

Les soldats se sont abrités derrière le parapet tandis que l’ennemi avançait.

Additional translations

retranchementSurtout pour une défense provisoire en terre ou en pierre.

Synonyms

defensive structure

breastworknoun

A low temporary defense or parapet, typically made of earth or stone, used in fortifications.

The soldiers took cover behind the breastwork as the enemy advanced.

A stout protective structure on the deck of a warship that shields guns and crew, especially on early ironclads and monitors.

The monitor’s breastwork housed its main guns and provided extra protection against enemy fire.