
Turret
Historical Structures
Turret often refers to old, historical buildings like castles, not modern ones.

Medieval castles had turrets for defense and lookout.
Architecture Element
In architecture, turrets have a decorative purpose and evoke a fairy-tale image.

The mansion's turrets added to its Victorian charm.
Physical Position
Turrets are usually high up on buildings giving them a strategic panorama.

The princess gazed out from the castle turret.
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