moat

Meanings

• noun

  A deep, wide ditch filled with water, surrounded by a wall, used as a defensive structure in fortifications.

  - "The castle had a moat surrounding it, making it difficult for enemies to approach."
  - "The knights rode horses across the moat to reach the drawbridge."
  - "The moat was home to several species of fish and waterfowl."

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Pronunciation

1. /məʊt/
   
   
   
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Synonyms

fosse

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with moat
boat , coat , goat , moan , roat

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Variants

List of all variants of moat that leads to same result
moat , moated , moatlike , moats

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Etymology

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Old French 'mote' or 'mote d'eau', from 'mot' meaning 'a word' and 'eau' meaning 'water'. Originally referred to a pool of water used to quench the thirst of horses and travelers.

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Trivia

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1. The largest moat in the world is the one surrounding the Darvaza Crater in Turkmenistan, which is over 70 meters (230 feet) wide and 6 kilometers (3.7 miles) long.

2. Moats were originally used to provide water for the inhabitants of castles and fortified towns, as well as for irrigation and other purposes.

3. In some cases, moats were filled with oil or other substances instead of water, making them even more difficult for enemies to cross.

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Related Concepts

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1. drawbridge: A movable bridge that spans a moat or other defensive barrier, allowing access to a fortified area.

2. bastion: A projecting angle in a fortification, often located at the corners, designed to provide additional protection.

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Culture

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Moats have been used in European architecture since the Middle Ages as a defensive feature to protect castles and fortified towns. They are also found in Asian and Middle Eastern fortifications. Moats have been featured prominently in literature, art, and music, often symbolizing power, wealth, and security.

How to Memorize "moat"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a large, rectangular body of water surrounded by a high wall. Envision soldiers standing guard atop the wall, watching for any signs of enemy approach.
   - Visualize a castle with a moat surrounding it, and imagine the sound of water lapping against the castle walls.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'moat' with the word 'fortress'. Visualize a castle or fortified town with a moat surrounding it.
   - Think of the word 'security' when you hear the word 'moat'.
   - Associate the word 'moat' with the word 'water'. Visualize a large body of water surrounding a fortified structure.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Mighty Offensive Abyss Trenches' to remember the meaning of moat.
   - Create a mental image of a 'moe' (short for moat) 'at' (surrounding) a castle.
   - Use the rhyme 'moat' and 'goat' to help remember the word.

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