Milecastle
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /ˈmaɪlˌkɑːsl̩/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Milecastle is a noun meaning One of a series of small rectangular fortifications, spaced roughly one Roman mile apart, built during the period of the Roman Empire.
Meaning
One of a series of small rectangular fortifications, spaced roughly one Roman mile apart, built during the period of the Roman Empire.
Word Forms
- milecastles
Synonyms for milecastle
Depending on context, synonyms include milefortlet.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include milefortlet, mile, miliarense, ton mile, milla, miliarensis.
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