Vocabulary Entry

battlement

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noun

A structure built on the top of a wall, often featuring a series of raised sections for defensive purposes.

Example Sentences

"The castle's battlement offered a perfect vantage point to survey the surrounding landscape."

"He admired the intricate carvings on the battlement as they walked along the perimeter of the fortress."

"During the reenactment, the soldiers took their positions behind the battlement to defend the castle."