Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

sallyport

noun

/ˈsæliˌpɔrt/

Definition

A secure gateway or door in a fort or fortified structure, designed for issuing troops or allowing people to exit safely while providing protection from outside attacks.

Examples

The soldiers used the sallyport to exit the castle under the cover of darkness.
In ancient fortifications, the sallyport was crucial for surprise attacks against the enemy.
After the alarm was sounded, the guards rushed to the sallyport to defend against the incoming threat.