motte (Meaning)

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motte (n.)

A clump of trees in a prairie.

Synonyms & Antonyms of motte

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motte Sentence Examples

  1. The towering motte of the medieval castle overlooked the surrounding countryside.
  2. The motte-and-bailey castle design provided a formidable defense against enemy attacks.
  3. The circular motte was topped by a wooden keep that housed the lord and his family.
  4. The steep slopes of the motte made it nearly impossible for attackers to climb.
  5. The bailey enclosed the motte, providing space for buildings, livestock, and a moat.
  6. The motte was a symbol of power and authority for the feudal lord.
  7. The siege of the motte lasted for weeks, as the defenders held out against overwhelming odds.
  8. The wooden palisade surrounding the motte was set ablaze by the invading army.
  9. The remnants of the ancient motte can still be seen on the hilltop near the village.
  10. The motte served as a vantage point for the lord to survey his domain.

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A clump of trees in a prairie.

No synonyms found.

No antonyms found.

The towering motte of the medieval castle overlooked the surrounding countryside.

The motte-and-bailey castle design provided a formidable defense against enemy attacks.

The circular motte was topped by a wooden keep that housed the lord and his family.

The steep slopes of the motte made it nearly impossible for attackers to climb.