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escarpment

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/ɪˈskɑrpmənt/
Forms:escarpments
1

a steep man-made slope in front of a fortification

  • Soldiers defended the fort from behind the escarpment.
  • The engineers built an escarpment to strengthen the castle walls.
  • Attackers struggled to climb the fort's steep escarpment.
  • The historic fort retains its original stone escarpment.
  • A wooden palisade crowned the escarpment for added defense.
Synonyms:
escarpprotective embankmentscarp
2

a steep, high slope or cliff formed by erosion

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  • The Grand Canyon features a massive escarpment, revealing layers of geological history.
  • The Niagara Escarpment extends across North America, influencing the landscape and ecology of the region.
  • Hiking trails along the escarpment offered adventurous routes with breathtaking vistas.
  • The escarpment acted as a natural barrier, protecting the valley below from strong winds.
  • The escarpment created a dramatic backdrop for the waterfall, enhancing its scenic beauty.
Synonyms:
scarp