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Machicolations - English meaning

Machicolations – definitions in English dictionary

noun

(in medieval fortifications) an opening between the supporting corbels of a projecting parapet or the vault of a gate, through which stones or burning objects could be dropped on attackers.

Usage examples:

Known as a barbican, this part of the castle would have a drawbridge, a portcullis, arrow slits, ma…
noun

A series of holes in a floor that projects (= sticks out over the edge) around the top of a castle, through which the people inside can drop or throw objects with the intention of causing injury or damage

Usage examples:

Medieval fortifications became progressively stronger, with the increasing use of machicolations., …

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机械化

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Machicoulis

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Mâchicoulis

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Machikationen

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मशीनीकरण

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Caditoie

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기계화, 돌출총안

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Махинации, Навесная бойница

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Matacanes

Word origin

late 18th century: from Anglo-Latin machicollare (see machicolated) + -ation.

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Machicolations – similar words

machicolation

noun

(in medieval fortifications) an opening between the supporting corbels of a projecting parapet or the vault of a gate, through which stones or burning objects could be dropped on attackers.

Usage examples:

Known as a barbican, this part of the castle would have a drawbridge, a portcullis, arrow slits, ma…
noun

A series of holes in a floor that projects (= sticks out over the edge) around the top of a castle, through which the people inside can drop or throw objects with the intention of causing injury or damage

Usage examples:

Medieval fortifications became progressively stronger, with the increasing use of machicolations., …
Machicolation - all meanings in English

machicolated

adjective

(of a castle or other fortified building) provided with machicolations.

Usage examples:

A machicolated fortress
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