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mangonel

/mæŋˈɡoʊnɛl/ noun · British & US
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What does mangonel mean?

noun

A type of medieval catapult used to launch heavy projectiles, typically stones or fireballs. It was a powerful siege engine.

Example

"The mangonel was a crucial part of the medieval army's arsenal, capable of breaching even the strongest fortifications."

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