barbican

Example Sentences

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If the barbican fell, the castle still had two courtyards, or baileys, from which last gasp fighting could be carried out.

From Salon • Apr. 6, 2019

He did not look back as he rode away from Bliant Castle—and Elaine, standing on the barbican tower, did not wave.

From "The Once and Future King" by T. H. White

The stone part of the drawbridge with its barbican and the bartizans of the gatehouse are in good repair.

From "The Once and Future King" by T. H. White

Elaine arrived at the yawning barbican, and Guenever kissed her coolly.

From "The Once and Future King" by T. H. White

And suddenly the madness was behind and they were clattering across the cobbled square that fronted on the castle barbican.

From "A Clash of Kings" by George R.R. Martin