Associations to the word «Esplanade»

Wiktionary

ESPLANADE, noun. A clear space between a citadel and the nearest houses of the town.
ESPLANADE, noun. The glacis of the counterscarp, or the slope of the parapet of the covered way toward the country.
ESPLANADE, noun. A grass plat; a lawn.
ESPLANADE, noun. Any clear, level space used for public walks or drives; especially, a terrace by the seaside.

Dictionary definition

ESPLANADE, noun. A long stretch of open level ground (paved or grassy) for walking beside the seashore.

Wise words

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