Mater Turrita is a Latin term which translates to "towered mother" in English. It is often used to refer to images of the Virgin Mary portrayed as standing on a tower or wearing a crown or mitre with towers on it. While 'Mater Turrita' is the commonly used term, there are several synonyms for this phrase, such as 'Our Lady of the Towers,' 'Our Lady of the Crenellations,' and 'Our Lady of the Fortress.' These synonyms emphasize the symbolism of Mary representing strength and protection as a tower or fortress. This iconography has been used for centuries in European art, particularly in Gothic and Renaissance periods.