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What do you call a water-filled ditch around a castle called?
A dry or water filled ditch around a castle is called a moat. The water in the moat is supplied by a nearby river. The word moat should not be confused with the French term motte which described a mound or hillock upon which a fortification was constructed. Please see related links.
What are the advantages of a moat?
Advantage of a water moat
Can you refill the moat in Mario 64 ds?
No. Once the Moat has gone, it's gone. Soz. No. Once the Moat has gone, it's gone. Soz.
What were water called surrounds the castle in middle ages?
The water surrounding a castle is called a moat however most castles did not have a moat.
Do concentric castles have a moat?
some do some don't
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