Turreted: meaning, definitions and examples
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turreted
[ หtสrษชtษชd ]
architecture design
The term 'turreted' refers to a structure or building that features one or more turrets. Turrets are small towers that extend from the main structure, often providing a decorative or functional purpose. They are commonly seen in castles and fortifications, serving as lookout points or adding aesthetic appeal. Turreted designs can also be found in various architectural styles, giving buildings a distinctive and grand appearance.
Synonyms
battlemented, crowned, towered.
Examples of usage
- The castle was beautifully turreted, giving it a fairy-tale look.
- The turreted roof added character to the old mansion.
- He admired the turreted skyline of the historic district.
Translations
Translations of the word "turreted" in other languages:
๐ต๐น torreado
๐ฎ๐ณ เคเฅเคฒเคพเคฌเคพเคฐเฅ เคตเคพเคฒเคพ
๐ฉ๐ช turmfรถrmig
๐ฎ๐ฉ bermenara
๐บ๐ฆ ะฑะฐััะพะฒะธะน
๐ต๐ฑ wieลผowy
๐ฏ๐ต ็ ฒๅกใฎใใ
๐ซ๐ท ร tourelle
๐ช๐ธ torreado
๐น๐ท kuleli
๐ฐ๐ท ํฌํ์ด ์๋
๐ธ๐ฆ ู ูุฒููููุฏู ุจุฃุจุฑุงุฌ
๐จ๐ฟ vฤลพovitรฝ
๐ธ๐ฐ veลพovรฝ
๐จ๐ณ ๆ็ฎๅก็
๐ธ๐ฎ zgrajen z obrambnimi stolpi
๐ฎ๐ธ turna
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะฑะฐััะฐ ัำััะทะดั
๐ฌ๐ช แแฃแ แฏแแแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ qรผllษli
๐ฒ๐ฝ con torretas
Etymology
The word 'turret' originates from the Middle French term 'turrete,' which is a diminutive form of 'tour,' meaning 'tower.' The concept of turreted architecture dates back to medieval times when castles and fortifications were built with defensive structures that included turrets. These elements were both symbolic of power and practical for surveillance and defense. Over time, turreted designs evolved and became popular in various architectural styles, influencing the aesthetics of civic buildings, homes, and even churches. The usage of 'turreted' as an adjective to describe architecture emerged in English during the 19th century, reflecting a romantic fascination with medieval architecture and the historic grandeur it represented.
Word Frequency Rank
This word's position of #32,520 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.
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