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Categories: Fortification (architectural elements)
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terreplein  terre-plein
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Level space where heavy guns can be mounted behind the parapet at the top of a rampart WordNet 3.0
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Level space where heavy guns can be mounted behind the parapet at the top of a rampart WordNet 3.0 & Open English WordNet
In fortification architecture, a terreplein or terre-plein is the top, platform, or horizontal surface of a rampart, on which cannon are placed, protected by a parapet. Wikipedia
The level platform atop a wall, typically protected by a parapet and (strictly) distinguished from the slightly higher banquette used by its defenders. Wiktionary
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