noun
mangonel
Mangonel (noun) means a military engine formerly used for throwing stones and burning objects.
noun
1
A military engine formerly used for throwing stones and burning objects.
2
A traction trebuchet (trebuchet operated by manpower).
3
An onager (type of catapult).
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Etymology
From Old French mangonel, from Latin manganellus, manganum, from Ancient Greek μάγγανον (mánganon).
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What is the meaning of mangonel?
"mangonel" (noun) means a military engine formerly used for throwing stones and burning objects.
What are the different meanings of mangonel?
"mangonel" has 3 main meanings: 1. A military engine formerly used for throwing stones and burning objects; 2. A traction trebuchet (trebuchet operated by manpower); 3. An onager (type of catapult).