noun🔗ShareCréneauxA 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."The castle's tall walls were topped with crenellations, allowing the archers to defend it effectively. "Les hauts murs du château étaient surmontés de créneaux, ce qui permettait aux archers de le défendre efficacement.architecturemilitarybuildingwarhistoryChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareCrénelage, créneauxThe act of crenellating; adding a top row that looks like the top of a medieval castle."The architect designed the building with decorative crenellations along the roofline, giving it a medieval appearance. "L'architecte a conçu le bâtiment avec des créneaux décoratifs le long de la ligne de toit, lui donnant une apparence médiévale.architecturebuildingChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
