mamelon

Meanings

• noun

  A fortified breastwork or rampart, especially one built around a town or city.

  - "The mamelon protected the town from enemy attacks."
  - "The soldiers manned the mamelon and prepared for battle."

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Variants

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mammal , mammalian , mammalians , mammals

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Etymology

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From French mamelon, diminutive of mamelle 'breast'.

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Trivia

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1. Mamelons were commonly used in medieval Europe, particularly during the Middle Ages.

2. The term 'mamelon' is derived from the French word 'mamelle', meaning 'breast'.

3. Mamelons were an essential part of defensive structures during times of war and conflict.

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1. rampart: A fortified wall or embankment, typically of earth or masonry, built to protect against attack.

2. breastwork: A low defensive wall or parapet, especially one built for infantry to hide behind during an attack.

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Culture

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In medieval Europe, mamelons were an essential part of fortifications, often constructed around towns and cities to protect against enemy attacks. They were typically made of earth and stone and could be topped with palisades or walls.

How to Memorize "mamelon"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a large, fortified wall or rampart, often with palisades or walls on top. This is a mamelon.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'mamelon' with 'fortification' or 'rampart'. This can help you remember its meaning.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Try using the mnemonic 'Mamelon is a mammary fortification' to help remember its meaning.

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