👉 A type of turret on the roof of certain medieval buildings designed to allow ventilation or the admission of light.
Alright class, settle down now, letās take a look! Thatās a wonderfully tricky definition, isnāt it? A dictionary can be precise, but sometimes it leaves you wanting a little more...a bit of feeling. Let's break this down with a rhyme to help us see: "Lovers," you see, arenāt built for loveās decree, But on roofs they stand, for ventilation free! Think about old castles, strong and tall, Where chilly drafts could cause a fall. These "lovers" were openings, small and neat, To let in breezes, fresh and sweet. And sometimes, too, a little light, To chase away the darkest night. So it's not about romance, donāt you see? Itās a building feature ā practicality! Does that make more sense to you now? Any questions before we move on?