🏰

turret

noun
/ˈtʌrɪt/

Meaning

A small tower on top of a larger tower or building, often used in castles or fortifications.

Example Sentences

The castle was guarded by soldiers stationed in the turret.

Synonyms

tower, bastion, lookout, steeple, minaret

Antonyms

base, ground

Collocations

castle turret, turret gun, stone turret, rotating turret

Related Vocabularies

a small, usually yellow bird known for its singing; also used as a warning sign in dangerous conditi...
a person who is guided and supported by an older and more experienced person
The action of leading a group of people or an organization.
a person regarded as a source of wise counsel; in ancient times, a priest or priestess acting as a m...
An official organization that has the authority to judge disputes and make decisions.
The action or process of officially recognizing someone or something as having a particular status o...

Explore More