Dictionary Definitions, Synomyns, Antonyms, and related words for Orillon
Definitions for: Orillon
Webster (1913) Definition: O*ril"lon, n. [F., lit., a little ear, from oreille an
ear, fr. L. oricula, auricula, dim. of auris an ear. See
Ear.] (Fort.)
A semicircular projection made at the shoulder of a bastion
for the purpose of covering the retired flank, -- found in
old fortresses.