noun
crownwork
Crownwork (noun) means a type of fort defence with a full bastion in the middle and two half-bastions either side, joined by long walls back to the main fort.
noun
1
A type of fort defence with a full bastion in the middle and two half-bastions either side, joined by long walls back to the main fort.
2
The act of fitting or adding a crown.
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Etymology
Formed from crown and work.
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What is the meaning of crownwork?
"crownwork" (noun) means a type of fort defence with a full bastion in the middle and two half-bastions either side, joined by long walls back to the main fort.
What is another word for crownwork?
Other words for "crownwork" include cap, jacket, crown.
What are the different meanings of crownwork?
"crownwork" has 2 main meanings: 1. A type of fort defence with a full bastion in the middle and two half-bastions either side, joined by long walls back to the main fort; 2. The act of fitting or adding a crown.
