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1. (n.) terreplein
a level space behind the parapet of a rampart on which artillery was placed.
Etymology: (1585–95; < F < It terrapieno, der. of terrapienare to fill with earth; see terra , plenum)
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1. (noun) terreplein
level space where heavy guns can be mounted behind the parapet at the top of a rampart
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1. (noun) terreplein
the top, platform, or horizontal surface, of a rampart, on which the cannon are placed. See Illust. of Casemate
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