Sentences

motte in a sentence

n.

Definition

Motte: a raised earthwork or mound, typically used in medieval fortifications, often serving as the site for a castle or keep.

Sample Sentences

  1. The motte of the ancient castle provided a strategic vantage point over the surrounding landscape.
  2. During the medieval period, a motte was often accompanied by a bailey, creating a fortified settlement.
  3. Archaeologists discovered remnants of a motte and bailey structure hidden beneath centuries of vegetation.
  4. The children enjoyed playing hide and seek on the grassy motte, unaware of its historical significance.
  5. In the context of feudalism, the motte served as a symbol of power and protection for local lords.

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