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ring fort

Definition of ring fort

noun

Archaeology

a prehistoric earthwork, especially an Iron Age hill fort, defended by circular ramparts and ditches.

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leporine

/ ˈlɛpərʌɪn

adjective

of or resembling a hare or hares …

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