Translation of "machicolation" into French
mâchicoulis is the translation of "machicolation" into French.
machicolation
noun
grammar
An opening between the corbels which support a projecting parapet, or in the floor of a gallery or the roof of a portal, shooting or dropping missiles upon assailants attacking the base of the walls. Also, the construction of such defenses, in general, when of this character. [..]
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mâchicoulis
noun masculineshooting hole [..]
A new facade with machicolations and a gatehouse opens onto a Gothic doorway.
Une nouvelle façade agrémentée de mâchicoulis et d’une bretèche, ouvre sur une porte gothique.
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