CRENELATED Meaning and
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Crenelated is an adjective that describes something that has been shaped or built with regular alternate intervals of raised sections and open spaces, resembling a series of teeth or battlements. The word is derived from the noun "crenellation," which refers to the pattern formed by these raised sections and openings, typically found on the tops of fortified walls or medieval castle towers.
In architecture and design, crenelated often refers to the decorative pattern of battlement-like projections, also known as crenels and merlons, that are commonly seen on the tops of medieval towers, city walls, or other defensive structures. These projections were initially intended to provide protection for soldiers during times of battle, allowing them to observe and shoot at enemies while minimizing exposure.
Today, the term crenelated is also used metaphorically to describe any design or pattern, beyond fortifications, that resembles the aforementioned shape and structure. It can be applied to describe ornamental elements, such as rooflines or parapets, that imitate the appearance of crenels and merlons without serving any defensive purpose.
The crenelated pattern is often viewed as a symbol of architectural heritage, strength, and historical significance. It is frequently associated with medieval and Gothic styles of architecture, evoking a sense of grandeur and nostalgia.
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Provided with loopholes, as in a castellated building, through which missiles might be shot; in arch., a kind of indented moulding.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
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Etymology of CRENELATED
The word "crenelated" has its roots in medieval architecture and comes from the Old French word "creneler", which means "to provide with battlements". The Old French term, in turn, derives from the Late Latin word "crenella", which means "little notched turret". The original use of "crenelated" referred to the fortification technique of constructing battlements with alternating low sections (crenels) and high sections (merlons). Over time, the term gained a more generalized meaning of anything having a notched or tooth-like appearance. Today, "crenelated" is used to describe a range of things, from architectural elements with a notched design to objects with a toothed or zigzag edge.
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