What is another word for merlon?
Pronunciation: [mˈɜːlɒn] (IPA) 
A merlon is a solid piece of masonry that separates crenels on the top of castle walls. It is used for protection and defense in medieval architecture. Other synonyms for merlon include battlement, embrasure, crenellation, and parapet. These words have similar meanings and are often used interchangeably. A battlement is a parapet or wall that has alternating crenels and merlons. An embrasure is also a vertical opening in a wall or parapet, typically used for fortification purposes. A crenellation refers to the patterns of crenels and merlons on a wall, and it is often used as a decorative element.
