meurtrière

Example:The soldiers positioned themselves around the meurtrière to fire at the enemy.

Definition:An opening in a wall used to allow defenders to shoot weapons out safely without exposing themselves or the attackers to return fire.

Example:The castle had numerous meurtrières for its defenders to use.

Definition:A large fortified building or enclosed area, designed as a stronghold or place of refuge and defence.

Example:During the siege, the defenders used meurtrière to keep track of the attackers' movements.

Definition:The act of surrounding a walled city or fort with the intention of subduing the inhabitants by cutting off supplies and preventing escape or relief.