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crownwork

Definition:

noun: A defensive fortification consisting of a raised earthwork with projecting bastions, forming a crown-shaped pattern.

verb: To fortify or build a crownwork, typically wide and low.

Senses:

1. Architecture:
   1. (noun) The crownwork was built in the shape of a crown to provide the fortress with additional protection.
2. Engineering:
   1. (noun) The engineers designed a crownwork to slow down enemy advancements towards the main stronghold.
   2. (verb) They decided to crownwork the fortification to make it more resilient against potential attacks.

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