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n an architectural partition with a height and length greater than its thickness; used to divide or enclose an area or to support another structure n anything that suggests a wall in structure or function or effect n (an…

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  1. n an architectural partition with a height and length greater than its thickness; used to divide or enclose an area or to support another structure n anything that suggests a wall in structure or function or effect n (anatomy) a layer (a lining or membrane) that encloses a structure n a difficult or awkward situation n a vertical (or almost vertical) smooth rock face (as of a cave or mountain) n a layer of material that encloses space n a masonry fence (as around an estate or garden) n an embankment built around a space for defensive purposes v surround with a wall in order to fortify