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The Verified Answer for Protective embankment is:
- ESCARP
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- LEVEE
Useful hints for “Protective embankment” Crossword Clue
Hint 1: Clue Explanation
▼ESCARP is rarer than “scarp” or “escarpment.” For instance, it’s the only one of the three without an entry in the Merriam-Webster’s Collegiate Dictionary, 11th Edition. All three, relating to fortifications, are either synonyms or not quite, depending on the fortifications maven you ask. These people love to argue about how many parapets can dance of the head of a rampart.
“Protective embankment” NYT Crossword Clue: Frequently Asked Questions
What is the answer to the clue “Protective embankment”?
The correct answer to the crossword clue “Protective embankment” is ESCARP.
When was the clue “Protective embankment” last seen?
The clue “Protective embankment” most recently appeared in a NYT Crossword on July 25, 2017.
How many answers are there for the clue “Protective embankment”?
There is 1 possible answer for the crossword clue “Protective embankment”.