headwark

/ˈhedˌwɔːrk/

Definitions

1. noun

a large walled or fortified enclosure or area, typically for storing grain or other valuable goods, often in a medieval context.

“The lord’s headwark was filled with precious grain from the surrounding villages.”

Synonyms

  • barn
  • granary
  • storehouse

Antonyms

  • depository
  • warehouse