O OneWordDaily
AI-generated image

bailey

/ˈbeɪli/ noun · British & US
Valid in UKValid in US
Share WhatsApp

What does bailey mean?

noun

A yard or enclosure surrounding a castle or other fortified building, typically with a gatehouse. A part of a castle or other fortified building, especially a courtyard or a section of the walls.

Example

"The bailey of the castle was surrounded by a high wall and a moat."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

Etymologically related

Synonyms for bailey

Rhymes with bailey