1
: a little tower
specifically
: an ornamental structure at an angle of a larger structure
2
a(1)
: a revolving armored structure on a warship that protects one or more guns mounted within it
(2)
: a similar upper structure usually for one gun on a tank
(3)
: a gunner's fixed or movable enclosure in an airplane
b
: a tall building usually moved on wheels and formerly used for carrying soldiers and equipment for breaching or scaling a wall
3
a
: a pivoted and revolvable holder in a machine tool
b
: a device (as on a microscope or a television camera) holding several lenses
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This romantic Gothic Revival fortress, home to the Duke and Duchess of Rutland, commands an impressive presence with its battlements, turrets, and sweeping views over more than 15,000 acres of parkland.
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Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 10 June 2025
Its Richardsonian Romanesque architecture — punctuated by a five-story interior courtyard and skylight, two towers, peaked roofs, turrets and gables — lends itself to weddings and corporate events.
—Frederick Melo, Twin Cities, 8 June 2025
The most noticeable feature of the property is a tall turret — or observation tower — where July 4 fireworks shows can be watched from as far away as Sacramento.
—David Caraccio, Sacbee.com, 19 May 2025
From the front, the striking white stucco exterior walls, pitched roof lines, fanciful turret and dramatic circular driveway — not to mention tulip trees — are just a preamble to the contemporary elegance found inside.
—David Caraccio, Sacramento Bee, 22 Mar. 2025
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Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 10 June 2025
Its Richardsonian Romanesque architecture — punctuated by a five-story interior courtyard and skylight, two towers, peaked roofs, turrets and gables — lends itself to weddings and corporate events.
—Frederick Melo, Twin Cities, 8 June 2025
The most noticeable feature of the property is a tall turret — or observation tower — where July 4 fireworks shows can be watched from as far away as Sacramento.
—David Caraccio, Sacbee.com, 19 May 2025
From the front, the striking white stucco exterior walls, pitched roof lines, fanciful turret and dramatic circular driveway — not to mention tulip trees — are just a preamble to the contemporary elegance found inside.
—David Caraccio, Sacramento Bee, 22 Mar. 2025
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“Turret.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/turret. Accessed 16 Jun. 2025.
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