bewall

/ˈbɛwæl/

Definitions

1. verb

to enclose or surround with a wall or walls

“The villagers bewalled the town to protect it from invaders.”

2. noun

a wall or walls encircling something, especially a town or city

“The city’s bewalls were breached in the ancient battle.”

Synonyms

  • enclose
  • fortify
  • surround

Antonyms

  • demolish
  • dismantle