GRE Word List
RAMPART
a protective barrier : bulwark
The meaning of the word rampart is a protective barrier : bulwark.
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| cessation | a temporary or final ceasing (as of action) : stop |
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| grotto | cave |
| contend | to strive or vie in contest or rivalry or against difficulties : struggle |
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