Meaning Of The Word Barbette

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barbette in American English
a platform for guns in a fort, high enough to permit firing over the walls
noun: a female given name, form of Barbara
noun: a platform or mound of earth from which guns may be fired over the parapet instead of through embrasures

barbette in British English
noun: (formerly) an earthen platform inside a parapet, from which heavy guns could fire over the top

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