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Turret

usgb/ˈtɜːrət/Volume
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Turret often refers to old, historical buildings like castles, not modern ones. SlideMedieval castles had turrets for defense and lookout.
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In architecture, turrets have a decorative purpose and evoke a fairy-tale image. SlideThe mansion's turrets added to its Victorian charm.
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Turrets are usually high up on buildings giving them a strategic panorama. SlideThe princess gazed out from the castle turret.