What does esplanade mean?
Esplanade means A clear space between a citadel and the nearest houses of the town..
Esplanade
/ˈɛspləˌneɪd/ · noun
Meaning
A clear space between a citadel and the nearest houses of the town..
Definitions by Sense
- A clear space between a citadel and the nearest houses of the town.
- The glacis of the counterscarp, or the slope of the parapet of the covered way toward the country.
- A grass plat; a lawn.
- Any clear, level space used for public walks or drives; especially, a terrace by the seaside.
- (Texas) Grassy strips between two divided highway lanes; a traffic island.
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- esplanades
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for esplanade?
Common synonyms include promenade.
What is the opposite of esplanade?
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How do you use esplanade in a sentence?
Use esplanade where its definition matches the intended context.
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