French Meaning of barbacan

Barbacane

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Definitions and Meaning of barbacan in English

Wordnet

barbacan (n)

a tower that is part of a defensive structure (such as a castle)

Webster

barbacan (n.)

See Barbican.

A tower or advanced work defending the entrance to a castle or city, as at a gate or bridge. It was often large and strong, having a ditch and drawbridge of its own.

An opening in the wall of a fortress, through which missiles were discharged upon an enemy.

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Barbacane

a tower that is part of a defensive structure (such as a castle)See Barbican., A tower or advanced work defending the entrance to a castle or city, as at a gate

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barb => barbe, barathea => barathéa, barany => bélier, baranduki => fusil de chasse, baraka => baraka,