suojavalli — meaning in English

English meaning

• bulwark noun A strong wall built for defense.
• rampart noun A defensive wall or raised bank of earth surrounding a fort or town, often topped with a walkway.

Senses

suojavalli is used for these senses in English:

• bulwark A defensive wall or rampart.
• rampart 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.

bulwark — full definition

1. noun A strong wall built for defense.
2. noun Something or someone that protects against harm.
3. noun A barrier built out into the sea to protect a coast or harbor from waves.
4. noun The raised side of a ship above deck level, which stops waves and people from going overboard.

rampart — full definition

1. noun A defensive wall or raised bank of earth surrounding a fort or town, often topped with a walkway.
2. noun Anything that serves as a protective barrier or defense.

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