BARBICAN


Meaning of BARBICAN in English

[ 'bα:bɪk(ə)n ]

■ noun the outer defence of a city or castle, especially a double tower above a gate or drawbridge.

Origin

ME: from OFr. barbacane ; prob. based on Arab.

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