What is another word for barbette?
Pronunciation: [bɑːbˈɛt] (IPA) 
Barbette defines an elevated platform used to mount artillery batteries, which are located at a rampart's crest. Common synonyms include gun platform, gun emplacement, or artillery platform. Another synonym used in the military context is a bunker, which is an underground facility for protecting weapons and personnel from enemy fire. In naval terms, a barbette is a structure that supports and protects the guns on a ship's deck. Other related terms may include citadel, fortress, or stronghold, which refer to a fortified structure. All these synonyms underline the importance of barbettes in fortification and defense.
