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crenellations

/krɪˈnɛlɪˌeɪʃənz/ noun · British & US
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What does crenellations mean?

noun

A series of notches or indentations in a wall or parapet, typically for defensive purposes, or a decorative feature resembling such notches.

Example

"The medieval castle's walls featured crenellations to protect the defenders from enemy projectiles."

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