bailey
Translation
bailey, outer wall of a castle
Examples
The castle's outer bailey was heavily fortified.
The castle's outer bailey was heavily fortified.
Grammar Patterns
((a/the)) bailey the outer wall of a castle The castle's outer bailey was heavily fortified.
Similar Words
courtyard, ward, enclosure, fortification
Etymology
From Old French 'baille', meaning 'enclosure'.
Memory Tips
Think of a 'bay' or enclosed area within the castle walls.