Definitions
- Describing the solid upright section of a battlement or parapet wall. - Referring to the raised portion between two crenels on a castle wall. - Talking about the vertical projections on the top of a castle wall that alternate with crenels.
- Describing the opening in a wall for a window or door. - Referring to the opening in a fortification through which guns can be fired. - Talking about the recessed area in a wall that provides cover for a gunner.
List of Similarities
- 1Both are architectural features found in fortifications or castles.
- 2Both are used for defense purposes.
- 3Both are openings in a wall.
- 4Both are related to military architecture.
- 5Both can be used for firing weapons.
What is the difference?
- 1Location: Merlons are located on top of a wall, while embrasures are openings in a wall.
- 2Function: Merlons provide protection for soldiers, while embrasures allow for firing weapons.
- 3Shape: Merlons are solid and upright, while embrasures are recessed and often rectangular.
- 4Size: Merlons are typically larger than embrasures.
- 5Position: Merlons alternate with crenels, while embrasures are usually evenly spaced along a wall.
Remember this!
Merlon and embrasure are both architectural features found in fortifications or castles. However, the difference between them is their location, function, shape, size, and position. Merlons are solid and upright projections on top of a wall that provide protection for soldiers, while embrasures are openings in a wall that allow for firing weapons.
