casemate

Etymology
From, from. Further origin unclear, could be a compound, or borrowed from the plural of , presumably referring to the loopholes for shooting from.

Noun

 * 1)  A bombproof chamber, usually of masonry, in which cannon may be placed, to be fired through embrasures; or one capable of being used as a magazine, or for quartering troops.
 * 2)  A hollow molding, chiefly in cornices.

Translations

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Etymology
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Noun

 * 1) pillbox, blockhouse