BATTLEMENT


Meaning of BATTLEMENT in English

■ noun a parapet with openings at regular intervals along the top of a wall, forming part of a fortification.

Derivatives

~ed adjective

Origin

ME: from OFr. bataillier 'fortify with movable defence turrets', possibly related to battle .

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