The difference between Balustrade and Parapet

When used as nouns, balustrade means a row of balusters topped by a rail, serving as an open parapet, as along the edge of a balcony, terrace, bridge, staircase, or the eaves of a building, whereas parapet means a low retaining wall.


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  1. Balustrade as a noun:

    A row of balusters topped by a rail, serving as an open parapet, as along the edge of a balcony, terrace, bridge, staircase, or the eaves of a building.

  1. Parapet as a noun:

    A low retaining wall.

  2. Parapet as a noun:

    Part of a perimeter that extends above the roof.

  3. Parapet as a noun:

    A fortification consisting of a wall.

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