moats

[US]/məʊts/
[UK]/moʊts/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.(plural) deep ditches surrounding a castle for defense; a deep ditch in modern zoos to prevent animals from escaping
v.to surround with a moat

Phrases & Collocations

deep moats

wide moats

defensive moats

economic moats

moats strategy

moats concept

moats analysis

moats investment

moats protection

moats advantage

Example Sentences

the castle was surrounded by deep moats.

moats were used for defense in ancient times.

some animals live in the moats around the fortress.

the moats were filled with water to deter invaders.

children enjoyed playing near the moats.

during the tour, we learned about the history of the moats.

moats can also attract various wildlife.

they designed the garden to include ornamental moats.

moats are an important feature of medieval architecture.

the restoration project included cleaning the moats.

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