portcullis
US /ˌpɔːrtˈkʌl.ɪs/
UK /ˌpɔːtˈkʌl.ɪs/
名词
吊闸, 城堡大门
a strong, heavy grating that can be lowered to block a gateway, especially in a castle.
示例:
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The portcullis of the ancient castle was lowered to prevent intruders.
古老城堡的吊闸被放下以阻止入侵者。
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The heavy portcullis clanged shut, sealing off the entrance.
沉重的吊闸砰地一声关上，封住了入口。