Meaning of the word trebuchet in English
What does trebuchet mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
trebuchet
US /ˈtreb.ʊ.ʃeɪ/
UK /ˈtreb.ʊ.ʃeɪ/
Noun
a medieval siege engine that uses a throwing arm to hurl projectiles, typically large stones, at a target
Example:
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The castle walls were breached by a powerful trebuchet.
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Engineers are building a modern trebuchet for a competition.