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casemate

/ˈkeɪsmeɪt/ /ˈkeɪsˌmeɪt/

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noun

Kasematte

A bombproof chamber, usually of masonry, in which cannon may be placed, to be fired through embrasures; or one capable of being used as a magazine, or for quartering troops.

Examples :

"During the historical reenactment, the actors fired a cannon from inside the stone casemate of the old fort. "

Während der historischen Nachstellung feuerten die Schauspieler eine Kanone aus dem Inneren der steinernen Kasematte des alten Forts ab.

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noun

Hohlkehle

A hollow molding, chiefly in cornices.

Examples :

"The carpenter added a decorative casemate to the edge of the bookshelf, giving it a more finished look. "

Der Zimmermann fügte der Kante des Bücherregals eine dekorative Hohlkehle hinzu, wodurch es einen fertigeren Look erhielt.

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