Difference between Wall and Rampart

What is the difference between Wall and Rampart?

Wall as a noun is a rampart of earth, stones etc. built up for defensive purposes. while Rampart as a noun is 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.

Wall

Part of speech: noun

Definition: A rampart of earth, stones etc. built up for defensive purposes. A structure built for defense surrounding a city, castle etc. Each of the substantial structures acting either as the exterior of or divisions within a structure. A divisive or containing structure in an organ or cavity. A temporary impediment to free movement. A type of butterfly (Lasiommata megera). A fictional bidder used to increase the price at an auction. Also called a chandelier.

Part of speech: verb

Definition: To enclose with a wall To enclose by surrounding with walls. To separate with a wall To seal with a wall

Example sentence: There are two things that are more difficult than making an after-dinner speech: climbing a wall which is leaning toward you and kissing a girl who is leaning away from you.

Rampart

Part of speech: verb

Definition: To defend with a rampart; fortify or surround with a rampart.

Part of speech: noun

Definition: 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.A defensive structure; a protective barrier; a bulwark.That which defends against intrusion from outside; a protection.A steep bank of a river or gorge.

We hope you now know whether to use Wall or Rampart in your sentence.

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