English English Dictionary
English English Dictionary
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Barbacan
(n.)
See Barbican.
Barbacan
(n.)
A tower or advanced work defending the entrance to a
castle or city, as at a gate or bridge. It was often large and strong,
having a ditch and drawbridge of its own.
Barbacan
(n.)
An opening in the wall of a fortress, through which
missiles were discharged upon an enemy.