merlon

[US]/ˈmɜːlən/
[UK]/ˈmɜr.lən/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.a solid part of a battlement, projecting above the level of the parapet
Word Forms
Pluralmerlons

Phrases & Collocations

merlon height

merlon design

merlon structure

merlon placement

merlon feature

merlon wall

merlon style

merlon type

merlon function

merlon edge

Example Sentences

the castle's merlon provided excellent protection for the archers.

each merlon on the battlements was carefully crafted.

the view from the merlon was breathtaking.

the soldiers took cover behind the merlon during the attack.

merlons are a distinctive feature of medieval architecture.

she admired the intricate designs on the merlon.

the merlon served as a defensive structure in the fortress.

they climbed to the top of the merlon for a better view.

the architect designed a series of merlons for the new castle.

the merlon's height gave the defenders a strategic advantage.

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