PARAPET


Meaning of PARAPET in English

transcription, транскрипция: [ pærəpɪt ]

( parapets)

1.

A parapet is a low wall along the edge of something high such as a bridge or roof.

N-COUNT

2.

If you say that someone puts their head above the parapet , you mean they take a risk. If you say they keep their head below the parapet , you mean they avoid taking a risk. ( BRIT )

PHRASE : V and head inflect

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