Castellation
/ˌkæs.təˈleɪ.ʃən/noun
The arrangement or construction of battlements, crenellations, or castle-like fortifications.
Did you know?Its ancestor, Latin castellum, was a diminutive of castrum, meaning a fortified military camp; the same root produced many European place-names built around Roman forts.
Etymological Timeline
Proto-Indo-European
PIE
*kes-
“To cut or divide; a proposed ancient root connected with the idea of an enclosed or separated military site.”
Classical Latin
Latin
castrum
“A fortified camp or military stronghold.”
Late Latin
Latin
castellum
“A small fort or fortified place; literally a diminutive form related to castrum.”
Medieval Latin
Medieval Latin
castellatio
“The construction or arrangement of fortified places and castle defenses.”
Middle English
English
castellation
“The making or form of castle-like fortifications, especially battlements.”
Modern English
English
castellation
“The architectural arrangement of battlements or crenellations.”