Medieval Warfare Terminology

noun a thick stick with a heavy end, used as a weapon

verb to hit or attack someone with a bludgeon

• The suspect was found with a bludgeon in his possession, which was used as evidence in court.
• I heard that Tommy bludgeoned the pinata at the party last night.
• I can't believe she bludgeoned him with her words during the argument.
• The constant negativity was like a bludgeon to his self-esteem.

noun a deep, wide trench surrounding a castle, fort, or town, typically filled with water and intended as a defense against attack

• The castle was surrounded by a deep and wide moat for added protection.
• We can't get to the other side of the moat without a boat.
• Let's chill by the moat and enjoy the view.
• The company's strong brand acts as a moat against competition.

noun a narrow vertical slit in a wall through which arrows or other missiles could be shot

• The archers used the arrow loop in the castle walls to defend against invaders.
• I peeked through the arrow loop in the tower to see who was approaching.
• Hey, check out that cool arrow loop in the old fort!
• Her sharp words hit me like arrows through an arrow loop.