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crenellations

/ˌkrɛnəˈleɪʃənz/

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noun

شرفات، مسننات

A pattern along the top of a parapet (fortified wall), most often in the form of multiple, regular, rectangular spaces in the top of the wall, through which arrows or other weaponry may be shot, especially as used in medieval European architecture.

Examples :

"The castle's tall walls were topped with crenellations, allowing the archers to defend it effectively. "

كانت الجدران العالية للقلعة تعلوها الشرفات، مما سمح للرماة بالدفاع عنها بفعالية.

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noun

الأسنان، الشرفات

The act of crenellating; adding a top row that looks like the top of a medieval castle.

Examples :

"The architect designed the building with decorative crenellations along the roofline, giving it a medieval appearance. "

صمم المهندس المعماري المبنى بأسنان زخرفية على طول خط السقف، مما أعطاه مظهرًا من القرون الوسطى.

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