barbican (Meaning)
Wordnet
barbican (n)
a tower that is part of a defensive structure (such as a castle)
Webster
barbican (n.)
Alt. of Barbacan
Synonyms & Antonyms of barbican
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barbican Sentence Examples
- The castle's imposing barbican stood as a formidable defense against attackers.
- The barbican's massive walls and arrow slits provided excellent protection for archers and defenders.
- The wooden barbican had fallen into disrepair over the centuries, its structure weakened and decaying.
- The stone barbican had withstood countless sieges, its thick masonry offering an impenetrable barrier.
- The barbican's vaulted ceilings echoed with the sounds of battle, and its narrow passageways were strewn with broken shields and armor.
- Explorers ventured into the barbican's depths, unearthing hidden chambers and forgotten relics.
- The barbican served as a meeting point for soldiers and nobles, offering a respite from the chaos of battle.
- The barbican's presence marked the boundary between the castle and the surrounding countryside.
- The barbican's architectural beauty was undeniable, with intricate carvings adorning its facade.
- Despite its formidable appearance, the barbican had become a sanctuary for nesting birds and small animals.
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a tower that is part of a defensive structure (such as a castle)Alt. of Barbacan
No synonyms found.
No antonyms found.
The castle's imposing barbican stood as a formidable defense against attackers.
The barbican's massive walls and arrow slits provided excellent protection for archers and defenders.
The wooden barbican had fallen into disrepair over the centuries, its structure weakened and decaying.
The stone barbican had withstood countless sieges, its thick masonry offering an impenetrable barrier.
