Definition of Escarpment

Noun: escarpment  e'skaa(r)p-munt or i'skaa(r)p-munt

1. A long steep slope or cliff at the edge of a plateau or ridge; usually formed by erosion
   - scarp
    
2. A steep artificial slope in front of a fortification
   - escarp, scarp, protective embankment

See also:
escarping
escarpments

Anagrams containing the word escarpment

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