moat Synonyms
moat Meaning
moat (n)
ditch dug as a fortification and usually filled with water
moat (n.)
A deep trench around the rampart of a castle or other fortified place, sometimes filled with water; a ditch.
moat (v. t.)
To surround with a moat.
moat Sentence Examples
- The imposing castle was surrounded by a wide moat, effectively deterring intruders.
- The moat acted as a formidable obstacle, protecting the fortress from enemy attacks.
- The princess watched longingly out her window as a knight rode across the moat to her rescue.
- The moat's water was murky and stagnant, creating an unpleasant odor that wafted through the air.
- The castle's drawbridge extended across the moat, allowing access to the stronghold.
- The moat was teeming with crocodiles, making it a perilous passage for any who dared to cross.
- The bridge over the moat was narrow and rickety, swinging wildly in the wind.
- The moat's depth and width effectively isolated the castle, preventing any easy approach.
- The inner moat of the imperial city was heavily patrolled by guards, ensuring the emperor's safety.
- The moat had been drained for repairs, revealing ancient artifacts and weapons that had lain hidden for centuries.
FAQs About the word moat
ditch dug as a fortification and usually filled with waterA deep trench around the rampart of a castle or other fortified place, sometimes filled with water; a
gutter, trench, dike,ditch, ha-ha, gulley, fosse, stank, ravine, culvert
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The imposing castle was surrounded by a wide moat, effectively deterring intruders.
The moat acted as a formidable obstacle, protecting the fortress from enemy attacks.
The princess watched longingly out her window as a knight rode across the moat to her rescue.
The moat's water was murky and stagnant, creating an unpleasant odor that wafted through the air.
