ravelins

We have found lemma(root) word of ravelins : ravelin.

Definitions


[ˈravəlɪn], (Noun)

Definitions:
- an outwork of fortifications, with two faces forming a salient angle, constructed beyond the main ditch and in front of the curtain


Phrases:

Origin:
late 16th century: from French, from obsolete Italian ravellino, of unknown origin




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