crenel

[US]/ˈkrɛnəl/
[UK]/ˈkrɛnəl/

Translation

n.an indentation or notch in a battlement; a notch for firing through in a wall or fortification; the top of a castle wall with gaps for shooting through
v.to provide with crenels
Word Forms
Pluralcrenels

Phrases & Collocations

crenel design

crenel wall

crenel pattern

crenel feature

crenel structure

crenel edge

crenel opening

crenel style

crenel roof

crenel battlement

Example Sentences

the castle's crenel provided a perfect vantage point for the guards.

she admired the intricate design of the crenelations along the wall.

during the tour, we learned about the history of the crenel architecture.

the crenel was used for both defense and decoration in medieval castles.

he stood atop the crenel, feeling the breeze on his face.

the architect designed the crenel to enhance the fortress's strength.

from the crenel, they could see the enemy approaching from afar.

the restoration project included repairing the damaged crenelations.

children love to play pretend soldiers behind the crenel of the castle.

the crenel served as a reminder of the castle's historical significance.

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