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battlement
noun bat·tle·ment \ˈba-təl-mənt\
: a low wall at the top of a castle with open spaces for people inside to shoot through
Full Definition of BATTLEMENT
: a parapet with open spaces that surmounts a wall and is used for defense or decoration
— bat·tle·ment·ed \-ˌmen-təd\ adjective
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Origin of BATTLEMENT
Middle English batelment, from Anglo-French *bataillement, from batailler to fortify with battlements — more at battle
First Known Use: 14th century
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battlement
noun bat·tle·ment \ˈba-təl-mənt\
Definition of BATTLEMENT for Kids
: a low wall (as at the top of a castle) with openings to shoot through
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