muralla
wall; rampart
noun moo-RAH-yah Rare
Origin: From Latin murus (wall).
Usage Note
Muralla refers specifically to a large defensive or city wall — thicker and more monumental than a simple pared (interior wall) or muro (generic wall). The Great Wall of China is la Gran Muralla China in Spanish. It often appears in historical or fortification contexts. The plural murallas typically refers to a walled city's defenses.
Examples
"Las murallas medievales rodean la ciudad."
Natural Translation
The medieval walls surround the city.
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