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Walls

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attic
1.
a
ttic
Noun

an area or room directly under the roof of a house, typically used for storage or as an additional living area

She converted the attic into a cozy home office with skylights and built-in shelves.

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bracket
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bra
cket
Noun

each of the two symbols [ ] used to indicate that the enclosed numbers or words should be considered separately

In mathematical expressions, brackets [ ] are used to group terms or indicate priority in operations.

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parapet
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pa
ra
pet
Noun

a low protective wall built as part of a fortification, designed to shield defenders from attack

Soldiers crouched behind the parapet during the siege.

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rampart
4.
ram
part
Noun

a defensive wall or barrier, typically around a fort or city, used for protection

The soldiers stood watch on the rampart, keeping an eye out for any signs of an enemy invasion.

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breast
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breast
Noun

the area between the neck and the stomach

The bullet entered his breast, puncturing his heart.

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cre
nel
Noun

a notched or indented opening in a battlement or parapet, typically used for observation or defensive purposes

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cor
bel
Noun

a piece of stone or wood protruding from a wall, supporting its above structure

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curtain wall
8.
curtain wall
Noun

a non-structural exterior wall system made of lightweight materials, such as glass, providing a protective barrier and allowing natural light into a building

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screen wall
Noun

a wall constructed primarily for the purpose of screening or enclosing an area, often made of decorative materials and providing privacy or protection

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niche
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niche
Noun

a hollow space in a wall, used for putting in decorative objects such a statue, or other decorative items

The cathedral's interior was adorned with ornate niches, each housing a statue of a saint or biblical figure.

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per
pend
Noun

the vertical joint or seam between two bricks or stones in a masonry wall

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quoin
Noun

the corner angle of a building, typically formed by masonry blocks or stones

The Renaissance palace was distinguished by its rusticated quoins, adding texture and visual interest to the corners of the building.

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reveal
13.
re
veal
Verb

to make information that was previously unknown or kept in secrecy publicly known

In her memoir, the author courageously revealed her struggles with mental illness.

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splay
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splay
Noun

an angled or sloping surface, typically found on the sides or edges of a window or door opening, creating a wider opening towards the inside of a wall

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squint
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squint
Noun

the act of looking with the eyes partly closed, often to see more clearly

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water table
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water table
Noun

underground surface below which the ground is wholly saturated with water

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band
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band
Noun

a narrow strip of material that can encircle, bind, or adorn various objects or parts of the body

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load-bearing wall
Noun

a structural wall that supports the weight of the building or a significant portion of it, transmitting the load to the foundation and other structural elements

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exterior wall
Noun

a wall that forms the outer boundary of a building, separating the interior space from the external environment

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interior wall
Noun

a wall that divides the interior space of a building into separate rooms or areas

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retaining wall
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retaining wall
Noun

a structure designed to hold back soil or other materials and prevent erosion or the collapse of land

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stud wall
Noun

a non-load-bearing wall made of vertical wooden or metal studs covered with materials such as drywall or paneling

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concrete wall
Noun

a solid structure made of concrete that provides strength, durability, and stability to a building or structure

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brick wall
Noun

a construction made of bricks, typically arranged in a pattern, that forms a sturdy and durable barrier

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stone wall
Noun

a fence-like structure made of stones or rocks, serving as a boundary or enclosure for a property

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timber wall
Noun

a wall constructed primarily using timber or wood as the main material

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glass wall
Noun

a transparent or translucent barrier made of glass that separates or divides spaces while allowing visual connection between them

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green wall
Noun

a plant-covered vertical structure that can be attached to a building wall, particularly when there is not enough space for plants to grow on the ground

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temporary wall
Noun

a partition or barrier that is intended for short-term use and can be easily installed, removed, or repositioned without causing permanent structural changes to a space

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boundary wall
Noun

a structure built to mark and enclose the boundary or perimeter of a property, providing separation and security between neighboring properties or areas

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fire-rated wall
Noun

a specially constructed wall that is designed and built to resist the spread of fire for a specified period of time, providing a barrier to limit the fire's progression and protect adjacent areas or structures

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cle
res
to
ry
Noun

a high section of a wall, typically containing windows or other openings, that allows natural light to enter a building while providing a sense of height and airiness to the interior space

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cope
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cope
Verb

to handle a difficult situation and deal with it successfully

She copes with work pressure by prioritizing tasks and maintaining a positive mindset.

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coping stone
Noun

the individual stone unit or element that forms the topmost layer or cap of a wall, parapet, or similar architectural feature, serving as a protective and decorative covering

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cap
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cap
Noun

a type of soft flat hat with a visor, typically worn by men and boys

During the winter, he always wears a warm woolen cap to keep his head cozy.

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wains
cot
Noun

a decorative paneling or covering applied to the lower part of a wall, typically extending from the floor to a certain height, often made of wood or other materials

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panel
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pa
nel
Noun

a group of people with special skills or knowledge who have been brought together to discuss, give advice, or make a decision about an issue

The panel of experts discussed the challenges facing the education system.

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partition
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par
ti
tion
Verb

to divide a space into distinct sections

The interior designer suggested partitioning the room to create a private workspace.

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party wall
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party wall
Noun

a shared boundary wall between two adjacent properties or structures

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recess
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re
cess
Noun

a pause from doing something (as work)

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divider
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di
vi
der
Noun

a partition or object used to separate or divide a larger space into distinct sections, providing visual or physical separation between areas for functional or aesthetic purposes

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shoji screen
Noun

a traditional Japanese folding screen or room divider made of a wooden frame and translucent paper or fabric panels, allowing diffused light to pass through while providing privacy and aesthetic beauty

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wing wall
Noun

a short wall extending from a main structure, often found at the sides of bridges or buildings, providing support or separation

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reg
let
Noun

a small groove in a wall or surface used to hide the edge of another material or component

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drip
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drip
Verb

(particularly of water) to fall in small amounts of droplets

Candle wax dripped down the side of the candle as it burned.

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grille
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grille
Noun

small opening (like a window in a door) through which business can be transacted

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gable
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ga
ble
Noun

the upper part of a house wall in the shape of a triangle where it meets a sloping roof

The Tudor-style house had a steeply pitched gable roof, giving it a distinctive silhouette.

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gable end
Noun

the vertical wall surface that forms the triangular end of a building or structure, enclosed by the gable

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gable wall
Noun

the specific gable end wall or any wall within the gable structure

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corbie step
Noun

a decorative architectural feature consisting of a series of stone steps or corbels that project horizontally from a gable wall or vertical surface

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cu
llis
Noun

a small groove or channel in a stone or masonry surface used for directing water flow

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