Definitions for "EMBRASURES"
Keywords:  wider, splay, parapet, cannons, rifle
A small opening in a wall through which weapons may be fired. Windows and arrow or rifle loops are usually wider on the inside. Embrasures for cannons are generally wider on the outside. This angled opening allows for greater angles of fire.
An opening in the parapet. Parapet embrasures are smallest at the interior opening and wider towards the exterior. This widening is called the splay.