English Word · Intermediate
tourelle
A turret
Pronunciation: say tourelle
Meaning
A word or expression meaning "A turret.".
Example
At each corner of the court rises a quaint and crusty little tourelle from which the beseiged could keep up a raking fire along the thick walls.
At each corner of the court rises a quaint and crusty little tourelle from which the beseiged could keep up a raking fire along the thick walls.
Practice tips
- Practice tourelle out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English word is for intermediate-level learners.