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Barbican Definition & Meaning

barbican
noun
  1. a tower that is part of a defensive structure (such as a castle)

"Barbican" in song lyrics

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  • "thistle city barbican"
    AOL — AOL

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Frequently asked questions

What does barbican mean?
a tower that is part of a defensive structure (such as a castle)
What part of speech is barbican?
Barbican is a noun.

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