Parts of a Castle - Glossary of Terms |
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| Lancet | Long, narrow window with pointed head.
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| Lantern | Small structure with open or windowed sides on top of a roof or dome to let light or air into the enclosed space below.
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| Lattice | Laths or lines crossing to form a network.
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| Lias | Greyish rock which splits easily into slabs.
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| Light | Glazing; component part of window, divided by mullions and transoms. |
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| Lintel | Horizontal stone or beam bridging an opening.
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| Loophole | Narrow, tall opening, wallslit for light, air, or shooting through. |
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| Louvre | Opening in roof (sometimes topped with lantern) to allow smoke to escape from central hearth. |
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| Lozenge | Diamond shape. |
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