The difference between Parapet and Railing

When used as nouns, parapet means a low retaining wall, whereas railing means a fence or barrier consisting of one or more horizontal rails and vertical supports.


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  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.

  1. Railing as a noun:

    A fence or barrier consisting of one or more horizontal rails and vertical supports.

    Examples:

    "During the war, everyone's railings were taken away to make bombers."

  1. Railing as a verb:

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