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Thesaurus Term/Concept: PORTCULLIS

Identifier 107253
Class MONUMENT TYPE
Status Preferred
Index? Yes
Scope Note A heavy grating, often made of wood or iron, usually lowered vertically as a defensive barrier at the entrance to a gatehouse or barbican.

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