machicoulis (Meaning)
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machicoulis (n.)
Same as Machicolation.
Synonyms & Antonyms of machicoulis
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machicoulis Sentence Examples
- The castle's formidable battlements featured intricate machicoulis, allowing defenders to drop projectiles onto attackers below.
- The machicoulis projected from the walls in a series of corbels, creating a platform for targeted defense.
- The gaping holes in the machicoulis enabled burning pitch, rocks, or hot sand to be poured down on invading forces.
- The machicoulis served as both a defensive and offensive advantage, giving defenders a decisive tactical edge.
- The intricate stonework of the machicoulis showcased the architectural skill of medieval masons.
- The castle's machicoulis were a testament to its formidable defensive capabilities.
- The holes in the machicoulis were carefully placed to maximize the impact of falling projectiles.
- The imposing machicoulis created a sense of vulnerability in attackers, making them wary of approaching the castle walls.
- The machicoulis played a vital role in repelling sieges and protecting the castle's inhabitants.
- The preservation of the machicoulis in various castles today offers a glimpse into the ingenious defensive strategies of medieval warfare.
FAQs About the word machicoulis
Same as Machicolation.
No synonyms found.
No antonyms found.
The castle's formidable battlements featured intricate machicoulis, allowing defenders to drop projectiles onto attackers below.
The machicoulis projected from the walls in a series of corbels, creating a platform for targeted defense.
The gaping holes in the machicoulis enabled burning pitch, rocks, or hot sand to be poured down on invading forces.
The machicoulis served as both a defensive and offensive advantage, giving defenders a decisive tactical edge.
