Words Like ESCARPMENT

We have put together a list of words that are similar to ESCARPMENT.

4 Alternative Words Similar to escarpment

1 Scarp Noun      Synonym Words Like Scarp
2 Incline Noun      Synonym Words Like Incline
3 Side Noun      Synonym Words Like Side
4 Slope Noun      Synonym Words Like Slope

5 definitions of escarpment

1 In fortification, ground cut away, nearly vertically, about a position in order to render it inaccessible to an enemy.
2 Hence The precipitous side of any hill or rock; the abrupt face of a high ridge of land; a cliff.
3 A steep descent or declivity; steep face or edge of a ridge; ground about a fortified place, cut away nearly vertically to prevent hostile approach.
4 a steep artificial slope in front of a fortification
5 a long steep slope or cliff at the edge of a plateau or ridge; usually formed by erosion
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