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Machicolation

Noun:

A projection or opening in the floor of a medieval castle or fortification through which stones or other dangerous objects could be dropped onto attackers.

Example sentence:

From the safety of the machicolation, the defenders hurled boiling oil down onto the besieging army.

Noun:

An architectural feature resembling a machicolation or used for decorative purposes.

Example sentence:

The modern building was adorned with intricate and ornamental machicolations, giving it a unique and stylish appearance.

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