meaning of barbacci

1. See Barbican.
2.
A tower or advanced work defending the entrance to a castle or city, as at a gate or bridge. It was often large and strong, having a ditch and drawbridge of its own.
3.
An opening in the wall of a fortress, through which missiles were discharged upon an enemy.


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