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That portion of the wall that extends above the roof (wall surrounding a flat roof).
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A small turret-like termination crowning spires, buttresses, the angles of parapets, etc.; usually of steep pyramidal or conical shape and ornamented, e.g., with - a pointed termination of a spire, buttress, or other extremity of a building. Pinnacles are sometimes ornamented.
A parapet built on top of a wall, with indentations (voids and solids) for decoration or defense. Was most commonly used as a fortification for fighting.
A parapet built on top of a wall, with indentations (voids and solids) for decoration or defense. Was most commonly used as a fortification for fighting. Also called crenellation.