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garrison house

American  

noun

  1. a style of early New England house in which the second floor projects beyond the first.

  2. blockhouse.


Etymology

Origin of garrison house

First recorded in 1670–80

Example Sentences

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The only ordinary, that of Goodman Ayers, was a garrison house as well as tavern, and the sturdy landlord was commander of the train-band.

From Stage-coach and Tavern Days by Earle, Alice Morse

The whole force now gathered for a final attack on the garrison house.

From Count Frontenac and New France under Louis XIV by Parkman, Francis

Lovewell's father, a person of consideration in the village, where he owned a "garrison house," had served in Philip's War, and taken part in the famous Narragansett Swamp Fight.

From A Half Century of Conflict - Volume I France and England in North America by Parkman, Francis

About a dozen of the troops, on a reconnoitring party, crossed the bridge near the garrison house.

From King Philip Makers of History by Abbott, John S. C. (John Stevens Cabot)

"We must go to the McIntire garrison house some day," continued Clare.

From Brenda's Ward A Sequel to 'Amy in Acadia' by Reed, Helen Leah