Peelhouse
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Peelhouse is a noun meaning (archaic) A small tower, fort, or castle; a keep.
Meaning
(archaic) A small tower, fort, or castle; a keep.
Example Sentences
Here are two sovereigns in the land, a regnant and a claimant - that is enough of one good thing - but if any one wants more, he may find a king in every peelhouse in the country; so if we lack government, it is not for lack of governors.
Word Forms
- peelhouses
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include penhouse, blockhouse, gatehouse, castle, pickethouse, outhouse.
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