Tower of London Word Search
Play a Tower of London (London) word search free online. We built the 12-word list around architectural features, history, and surrounding places, then scattered it across a 15×15 grid — horizontal, vertical and diagonal. Find them all to clear the board.
Located in London.
Words to find: TOWER, LONDON, RAVEN, JEWELS, CROWN, PORTCULLIS, BATTLEMENTS, GUARDS, YEOMAN, TORTURE, EXECUTION, BEHEADING.
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Tower of London word list, defined
- TOWER /ˈtaʊər/ · noun, verb
- A tall, narrow structure, typically made of stone, brick, or steel, used as a fortification, observation post, or for other purposes. To rise or stand upright, especially in a proud or impressive manner. Related: spire, minaret, obelisk, pillar.
- RAVEN /ˈreɪvən/ · noun
- A large, black bird with a distinctive call, often associated with death and mystery. In folklore, ravens are said to be highly intelligent and often depicted as messengers or omens. Related: crow, blackbird, raven, jackdaw.
- JEWELS /ˈdʒuːəlz/ · noun
- Precious stones, especially those used in jewelry, or something valuable or cherished. Related: precious stones, treasures, jewels, gemstones.
- CROWN /kraʊn/ · noun, verb
- A crown is an ornamental headpiece worn by monarchs as a symbol of sovereignty, or, more broadly, the power and authority of a ruler. It also refers to the topmost part of something, such as the visible part of a tooth or the leafy top of a tree. Related: diadem, tiara, coronet, circlet.
- PORTCULLIS /pɔːrtˈkʌlɪs/ · noun
- A heavy iron grille hung across a castle entrance, which could be lowered to block the way. A portcullis is also a symbol of a university or college, often depicted on its crest or coat of arms. Related: gate, entrance, barrier, grille.
- BATTLEMENTS /ˈbætəlmənts/ · noun
- Battlements are the low parapets built along the top of a castle wall or tower, typically having regular gaps (crenels) alternating with raised sections (merlons) to shelter defenders while allowing them to fire at attackers. Related: parapet, rampart, crenellation, bulwark.
- GUARDS /ɡɑːdz/ · noun
- People employed to protect a place or person from harm or attack. A device or system that prevents something from moving or being moved. Related: watchmen, sentinels, protectors, defenders.
- YEOMAN /ˈjoʊmən/ · noun
- A person who is skilled and reliable, especially in a particular trade or activity. A person who is a skilled and experienced sailor. Related: craftsman, artisan, skilled worker, expert.
- TORTURE /ˈtɔːtʃər/ · noun, verb
- The act of inflicting severe physical or mental suffering on someone as a punishment or to extract information. To cause someone to feel great physical or mental pain. Related: torment, agony, pain, suffering.
- EXECUTION /ˌɛksɪˈkjuːʃən/ · noun
- The carrying out or putting into effect of a plan, order, or course of action; also the act of legally putting someone to death as a punishment. Related: implementation, carrying out, performance, accomplishment.
- BEHEADING /bɪˈhɛdɪŋ/ · noun
- The act of cutting off a person's head, especially as a method of execution or, in some cultures, as a ritual or criminal act. Related: decapitation, execution, capital punishment.
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