Word Type

Noun

Verb

The word "scarp" can be used as noun and verb.

Word Relationships

Derived Terms

anti-scarp backscarp counterscarp fault scarp scarpland scarplet

Etymologically Related To

escarp

Context

earth science geography geology

Broader Terms (Hypernyms)

fortification incline munition side slope

Related Terms

cut erode erosion escarpment fort parapet plateau ridge scrape

Synonym Network

escarpment

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