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scarp
(skärp)n.
An escarpment.
tr.v. scarped, scarp·ing, scarps
To cut or make into an escarpment.
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scarp
(skɑːp)n
1. (Physical Geography) a steep slope, esp one formed by erosion or faulting; escarpment. See also cuesta
2. (Military) fortifications the side of a ditch cut nearest to and immediately below a rampart
vb
(Physical Geography) (tr; often passive) to wear or cut so as to form a steep slope
[C16: from Italian scarpa]
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scarp
(skɑrp)n.
1. a line of cliffs formed by the faulting or fracturing of the earth's crust; an escarpment.
2. escarp.
v.t. 3. to form or cut into a steep slope.
[1580–90; < Italian scarpa a slope. See escarp]
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See also related terms for slope.
scarp
- To slope, cut a steep face.See also related terms for slope.
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scarp
Past participle: scarped
Gerund: scarping
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Noun | 1. | scarp - a long steep slope or cliff at the edge of a plateau or ridge; usually formed by erosion |
2. | scarp - a steep artificial slope in front of a fortification fortification, munition - defensive structure consisting of walls or mounds built around a stronghold to strengthen it |
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Translations
AbbruchkanteEscarpe
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scarp
n → Abhang m
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