General
pele
What does pele mean?
A fortified stone tower in the Borders, built as defence against Reivers.
"They sheltered in the pele tower."
Origin
From Latin 'palus', a stake/palisade.
Frequently asked questions
What is a 'pele'?
A pele is a fortified stone tower in the Borders, built as a defence against raiders like the Reivers.
How is 'pele' pronounced?
It is pronounced 'peel' and is also spelled 'peel' or referred to as a 'pele tower'.
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