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portcullis Meaning
portcullis (n)
gate consisting of an iron or wooden grating that hangs in the entry to a castle or fortified town; can be lowered to prevent passage
portcullis Sentence Examples
- The castle's mighty portcullis thundered down, barring entry to invading forces.
- The portcullis of the gatehouse creaked and groaned as it slowly lowered into place.
- The portcullis protected the castle's entrance from siege towers and battering rams.
- The heavy portcullis was raised and lowered using a complex system of pulleys and counterweights.
- The portcullis had massive spikes on its underside to deter attackers from climbing over it.
- A treacherous dungeon was hidden beneath the portcullis, waiting to ensnare any who dared to cross its threshold.
- The portcullis became a symbol of the castle's impregnability and a deterrent to potential invaders.
- The portcullis was adorned with intricate carvings that depicted scenes of battles and sieges.
- The sound of the portcullis descending reverberated through the castle, instilling both awe and fear in those who heard it.
- The portcullis stood as a testament to the engineering prowess of medieval architects and the importance of defensive fortifications.
FAQs About the word portcullis
gate consisting of an iron or wooden grating that hangs in the entry to a castle or fortified town; can be lowered to prevent passage
lattice,trapdoor, postern, wicket, revolving door, hatch, gate, door,double door, portal
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The castle's mighty portcullis thundered down, barring entry to invading forces.
The portcullis of the gatehouse creaked and groaned as it slowly lowered into place.
The portcullis protected the castle's entrance from siege towers and battering rams.
The heavy portcullis was raised and lowered using a complex system of pulleys and counterweights.
