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Object types that the Scheme uses

These terms are from the FISH Archaeological Objects Thesaurus (Forum on Information Standards in Heritage - FISH).

Term Scope note Term type SENESCHAL URI Other URI
DEER TRAP An earthwork feature used by hunters to trap deer comprising a steep ditch into which the deer are chased with an enclosure to hold them at one end, known from the Isle of Rum and a debateable example in Cumbria. Preferred term 159152 -
Deerhay Narrow term 70787 -
DEFENCE Sites, buildings, structures & features used in the defence of the civilian population. Includes civil defence sites, weapons stores, training sites, military signals & active defence structures such as anti-aircraft sites. Preferred term 68808 -
Defence Electric Light Emplacement Narrow term 100222 -
DEFENCE LINE A system of defensive works such as anti-tank obstacles, ditches and pillboxes, designed to stop the advance of an enemy. Defence lines were constructed across and around strategic areas of ground and sites such as industrial towns. Preferred term 167311 -
DEFENCE OBSTRUCTION Sites and structures, often un-manned, intended to impede or confuse enemy forces. Preferred term 94352 -
DEFENCE WORK General term describing any defence work where no more specific term is applicable. Preferred term 141945 -
DEFENDED BUILDING A building which has been altered to increase its defensive characteristics. Use more specific term where known. Preferred term 160369 -
Defended Cottage Narrow term 164367 -
DEFENDED ENCLOSURE An enclosed area of land of varying size and shape which shows traces of defence. Preferred term 139789 -
DEFENDED HOUSE A house which has been altered to increase its defensive characteristics. Preferred term 160505 -
DEFENDED LOCALITY An area, with fixed defences, designed to act as a focal point for a defending force. Preferred term 142866 -
Defixione Narrow term - -
DEGAUSSING STATION A site where the magnetic signature of ships was lowered thereby making them less susceptible to magnetic mines. Preferred term 97279 -
DEGAUSSING VESSEL A vessel containing equipment for reducing the magnetic structure of a ship's hull making it immune to magnetic mines. Preferred term - -
Delicatessen If an eating area is included use both terms, otherwise just SHOP. Narrow term 91705 -
Demesne Farm Narrow term 162655 -
Demi Bastion Narrow term 91706 -
Demi Column Narrow term 137675 -
DEMOLITION CHAMBER Chamber built into underside of a structure to exercise demolition. Preferred term 141947 -
DEMOLITION CHARGE SITE A site used for the placing of an explosive, demolition charge. Many types of structures were prepared for demolition in the event of an invasion in order to cause the maximum disruption to the advance of hostile forces. Use more specifc type where known. Preferred term 160530 -
DEMOLITION DEBRIS Debris derived from the demolition of buildings or other structures. If unsure of whether debris is resulting from construction or demolition, index with both terms. Preferred term 142970 -
DEMOLITION LAYER A layer underneath the topsoil containing rubble or fragments of building material, e.g. mortar, tile, flint. Preferred term 145102 -
DENE HOLE The name of a class of excavations, found in chalk formations in England, consisting of a shaft sunk to the chalk, and there widening out into one or more chambers. Preferred term 69106 -
DENTAL DEPARTMENT A hospital department where surgical and medical dental treatment takes place. Preferred term 91707 -
DENTAL HOSPITAL A specialist hospital where medical and surgical dental treatment takes place. Preferred term 91708 -
DENTAL IMPLEMENT Tool used in dentistry either for examination or surgery. Preferred term 95269 -
DENTAL SCHOOL An educational establishment where dentistry is taught. Preferred term 91709 -
Dental Surgery Narrow term 91710 -
DENTICULATE A flake or blade tool with more than one notch on its edge. Preferred term 96372 -

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