crownwork — English Dictionary

Noun

1. A type of fortification, like a hornwork, but consisting of a full bastion with the walls on either side ending in half-bastions from which longer flank walls run back towards the main fortress.

   Usage

   • Countable

2. The addition of a crown.

   Usage

   • Uncountable

Noun

1. (dentistry) dental appliance consisting of an artificial crown for a broken or decayed tooth

   Synonyms

   crownjacketjacket crowncap

   Broader terms

   dental appliance

   Examples

   tomorrow my dentist will fit me for a crown

2. a type of fortification, like a hornwork, but consisting of a full bastion with the walls on either side ending in half-bastions from which longer flank walls run back towards the main fortress.

   Broader terms

   fortificationmunition