Noah Webster
Rampart
RAM'PART, noun [Hence we see rampart is from Latin reparo; re and paro. See Parry and Repair.]
1. In fortification, an elevation or mound of earth round a place, capable of resisting cannon shot, and formed into bastions, curtains, etc.
No standards from the hostile ramparts torn.
2. That which fortifies and defends from assault; that which secures safety.
RAM'PART, verb transitive To fortify with ramparts. [Not in use.]