machicolate

ریشه

The word 'machicolation' is derived from the Old French word 'machicole' meaning 'to crush' or 'to grind'.

مثال

• The castle's machicolations allowed defenders to drop rocks and other objects on attackers.
• The soldiers took cover behind the machicolations and fired arrows at the enemy.
• The design of the fort included multiple levels of machicolations for enhanced defense.