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moat

Syllabification: (moat)
Pronunciation: /mōt/

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Definition of moat

noun

  • a deep, wide ditch surrounding a castle, fort, or town, typically filled with water and intended as a defense against attack.

verb

[with object] (often as adjective moated)
  • surround (a place) with a moat:a moated castle

Origin:

late Middle English: from Old French mote 'mound'

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