A sequence of alternating raised and lowered wall sections at the top of a high exterior wall or parapet. Crenellations were originally employed for defensive purposes (one could hide behind a raised wall section, while shooting down at enemies from over a lowered wall section), but were later used for decoration. Also known as a battlement. Found on http://www.architecturaltrust.org/outreach/education/glossary-of-architectu
fortification- a 'license to crenellate' was official permission to raise a fortified building or fortify an existing structure. Jagged protective stonework at the top of a castle wall Found on http://www.castles-of-britain.com/glossary.htm
The treatment of a parapet wallhead as in a mediaeval castle, with tall and short sections alternating. Common in early Gothic Revival churches. Related Words: Gothic (revival); Parapet; Wallhead
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parapet on top of a castle wall, with a series of gaps (embrasures or crenelles) between raised portions (merlons), allowing defenders to shoot through; also called battlements Found on http://www.encyclo.co.uk/local/22129
crenellation 1. The action of constructing ramparts with gaps for firing guns or arrows. 2. A rampart built around the top of a castle with regular gaps for firing arrows or guns. Found on http://www.wordinfo.info/words/index/info/view_unit/561/
parapet on top of a castle wall, with a series of gaps (embrasures or crenelles) between raised portions (merlons), allowing defenders to shoot through; also called battlements
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