Word Type

Noun

The word "machicolation" can be used as a noun.

Word Relationships

Coordinate Terms

loophole murder hole

Derived From

machicolate

Broader Terms (Hypernyms)

breastwork parapet

Narrower Terms (Hyponyms)

box machicolation slit machicolation slot machicolation

Type Of (IsA)

parapet

Related Terms

machecole machicolate machicolated machicoulis machiolate unmachicolated

Related Terms

aperture assailant attack burn construction corbel defense discharge drop floor gallery machicolated melt missile opening parapet portal pour projecting roof shoot substance support wall

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