01 n. The side of the ditch next the parapet; -- same as scarp, and opposed to counterscarp.
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The side of the ditch next the parapet; -- same as scarp, and opposed to counterscarp.(Fort.) Also: scarp
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2 senses · 2 variants
Webster, 1913
Escarp
· Es·carp
· IPA /ɪˈskɑɹp/
02 v. t. To make into, or furnish with, a steep slope, like that of a scrap.
imp. & p. p.
Escarped; p. pr. & vb. n.
Escarping
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To make into, or furnish with, a steep slope, like that of a scrap.(Mil.)