murder hole

短语

词形变化

murder holes 复数

别名

murder-hole

释义与例句

n.
  1. 1.

    A slit or hole above the entrance to a fortification, thought to provide access for defenders to kill invaders.

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  2. 2.

    A chamber above the entrance to a fortification where defenders hide and shoot at invaders trapped in the entryway below.

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