noun
- small overhanging turrets projecting from the corners or walls of towers and castles
Usage: architecture; plural of bartizan
Examples
- The medieval castle featured ornate bartizans at each corner of the main tower.
- Guards would keep watch from the bartizans, scanning the countryside for approaching enemies.
- The architect incorporated traditional bartizans into the design of the modern fortress-style building.
- Stone bartizans projected from the castle walls, providing defensive positions for archers.
- The restoration project carefully rebuilt the crumbling bartizans using original construction techniques.
- Visitors can climb narrow spiral staircases to reach the bartizans and enjoy panoramic views.