/ʃætəˈleɪ/ or /ˌʃætəˈlɛt/ (CHAY-tə-lay or SHAH-tuh-let)

Definitions

1. noun

A small castle or fortress, especially one of the fortified strongholds of the French nobility.

“The medieval village was surrounded by a chatelet, offering protection to its residents from invaders.”

2. noun

A small fortified house or mansion, especially one of the larger type of French farmhouse.

“The chatelet of the wealthy family stood out among the surrounding countryside due to its impressive architecture.”