upwall

/ˈʌpwɔl/

Definitions

1. noun

A wall that is built upward, especially to enclose or protect an area; a vertical or sloping wall, especially one made of earth or stone.

“The construction of the upwall around the garden helped to keep out the wild animals.”

Synonyms

  • dyke
  • embankment

Antonyms

  • ditch
  • moat