counterscarp
The face of the ditch of a fortress sloping toward the defender.
Glossary
counter-relief
A carving, casting, or embossed design which is sunk below the general surface area.
Glossary
countermure
A wall between the inner wall and outer wall of a fortification, either to provide additional defense or as an
Glossary
counterguard
In a medieval fort, a structure placed in a ditch in front of a bastion to provide additional protection.
Glossary
couple-close, close couple
A pair of opposite rafters which are connected by a collar beam or tie beam and are tied together at