English

Noun

moineau ‎(plural moineaus)

1. (fortifications) A small flat bastion, raised in the middle of an overlong curtain.

French

Etymology

From Old French moinel, equivalent to moine (because of its plumage) + -eau.

Pronunciation

• IPA^(key): /mwano/

Noun

moineau m ‎(plural moineaux)

1. sparrow
2. (fortifications) (type of) small bastion

Synonyms

• piaf