Bratticed

/ˈbrætɪst/ adjective

Definition

Fitted with or protected by a brattice; reinforced with wooden partitions or scaffolding.

Etymology

Past participle of brattice (to build or reinforce with brattices), created by adding the -ed suffix to indicate a completed action or resulting state.

Kelly Says

A bratticed castle wall told defenders the siege was serious business—enemies had to fight through not just stone but multiple reinforced wooden barriers, making each brattice a small fort within a fort.

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