Scarp

[skɑ:p]

(n.) A band in the same position as the bend sinister, but only half as broad as the latter.

(n.) The slope of the ditch nearest the parapet; the escarp.

(n.) A steep descent or declivity.

(v. t.) To cut down perpendicularly, or nearly so; as, to scarp the face of a ditch or a rock.

Inputed by Lewis

n. (fort.) any steep slope (same as Escarp).—v.t. to cut down a slope so as to render it impassable.—adj. Scarped.

n. (her.) a diminutive of the bend sinister half its width: (obs.) a shoulder-belt.

Checker: Phelps

Editor: Ryan