fougade

/fuːɡɑːd/ or /fuːɡɑːd/ or /fuˈɡad/ or /fuːɡɑːd/ or /fuˈɡɑd/ or /fuːɡɑːd/ or /fuˈɡɑd/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of medieval hunting trap or snare, especially one used in France.

“The falconer explained how the fougade was used to catch prey in the medieval hunting grounds.”

2. noun

A type of ornamental ironwork, especially in French architecture.

“The grand staircase featured intricate fougade ironwork, a classic example of 18th-century design.”

Synonyms

  • ironwork
  • ornament
  • snare
  • trap

Antonyms

  • escape
  • release