Blockhouse

中文含义：瞭望塔、防御工事

英语词性：noun

美式音标： \ˈblɑkˌhaʊs\

同义词：fortification, stronghold, bastion

易混淆单词：blockade, blockade runner

双语例句：

1. The blockhouse was strategically positioned on top of the hill to provide an unobstructed view of the surrounding area.

这座瞭望塔被放置在山顶上，以便可以无遮挡地观察周围的区域。

2. During the colonization, the blockhouse was used to protect the settlers from potential attacks by the native people.

殖民时期，这座防御工事用来保护移民，防止遭受当地居民的袭击。