barbette
noun /bɑr'bɛt/
- Definition
- (formerly) a mound of earth inside a fort from which heavy gun can be fired over the parapet
- Example
- The word 'barbette' is often used in everyday conversation.
- Etymology
- No etymology available.
Quick Facts
Palindrome
No
Compound Word
No
Proper Noun
No
Rare
No
Archaic
No
Obsolete
No
Slang
No
Vowels
3
Consonants
5
Length
8