Advertisement
Advertisement
balistraria
[ bal-uh-strair-ee-uh ]
noun
, plural bal·is·tra·ri·ae [bal-, uh, -, strair, -ee-ee].
- (in a medieval fortification) an opening, usually in the form of a cross, through which a crossbow could be fired.
Discover More
Word History and Origins
Origin of balistraria1
Advertisement
Word of the Day
[gal-uh-maw-free ]
Meaning and examplesStart each day with the Word of the Day in your inbox!
By clicking "Sign Up", you are accepting Dictionary.com Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policies.
Advertisement
Advertisement
Advertisement
Browse