noun
- a defensive parapet at the top of a castle wall with regular gaps for shooting through
Usage: architecture
Examples
- The medieval castle’s battlements provided protection for defending archers.
- Tourists climbed to the battlements for a panoramic view of the countryside.
- The fortress walls were topped with stone battlements.
- Guards patrolled along the battlements throughout the night.
- The castle’s battlements had been restored to their original condition.
- From the battlements, soldiers could see approaching enemies for miles.