rampart /ˈɹæm.pɑː(ɹ)t/noun 4verb 1forms 3 noun4 •A defensive mound of earth or a wall with a broad top and usually a stone parapet; a wall-like ridge of earth, stones or debris; an embankment for defensive purpose.Between the southern end of the village, called Bridge End, and the River Thames runs a double row of ramparts and a ditch known as Dyke Hills. — 1980 •A defensive structure; a protective barrier; a bulwark. •That which defends against intrusion from outside; a protection. •[usually plural] A steep bank of a river or gorge. verb1 •To defend with a rampart; fortify or surround with a rampart.Those grassy Hills, those glitt’ring Dells Proudly ramparted with rocks — 1796 formsramparted · ramparting · ramparts
