barbette (Meaning)
barbette (n)
(formerly) a mound of earth inside a fort from which heavy gun can be fired over the parapet
barbette (n.)
A mound of earth or a platform in a fortification, on which guns are mounted to fire over the parapet.
Synonyms & Antonyms of barbette
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barbette Sentence Examples
- The fort's towering barbette provided a commanding view of the surrounding terrain.
- The artillery pieces were strategically positioned within the barbette to maximize their firing range.
- The armored barbette offered protection to the gunners from enemy fire.
- The open-top barbette allowed for unimpeded observation and rapid firing.
- The barbette's thick walls resisted enemy artillery shells, ensuring the gunners' safety.
- The sound of artillery thundered through the barbette as the guns fired in rapid succession.
- The infantry sheltered behind the barbette's walls, waiting for the opportune moment to advance.
- The engineers meticulously constructed the barbette, ensuring its structural integrity and functionality.
- The barbette's design allowed for both horizontal and vertical aiming of the artillery pieces.
- The captured barbette provided valuable intelligence to the enemy about the fort's defenses.
FAQs About the word barbette
(formerly) a mound of earth inside a fort from which heavy gun can be fired over the parapetA mound of earth or a platform in a fortification, on which guns are
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No antonyms found.
The fort's towering barbette provided a commanding view of the surrounding terrain.
The artillery pieces were strategically positioned within the barbette to maximize their firing range.
The armored barbette offered protection to the gunners from enemy fire.
The open-top barbette allowed for unimpeded observation and rapid firing.
