2026-04-06T20:17:05+01:0012,437119415https://marinefinds.org.uk/datalabs/terminology/objects/format/jsonhttps://marinefinds.org.uk/datalabs/terminology/objects/format/xmlhttps://marinefinds.org.uk/datalabs/terminology/objects11109159152DEER TRAPYAn 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.1P567870787DeerhayN1N429668808DEFENCEN1P9975100222Defence Electric Light EmplacementN1N11779167311DEFENCE LINEYA 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.1P975894352DEFENCE OBSTRUCTIONNSites and structures, often un-manned, intended to impede or confuse enemy forces.1P10646141945DEFENCE WORKYGeneral term describing any defence work where no more specific term is applicable.1P11364160369DEFENDED BUILDINGYA building which has been altered to increase its defensive characteristics. Use more specific term where known.1P11711164367Defended CottageN1N10331139789DEFENDED ENCLOSUREYAn enclosed area of land of varying size and shape which shows traces of defence.1P11419160505DEFENDED HOUSEYA house which has been altered to increase its defensive characteristics.1P10703142866DEFENDED LOCALITYYAn area, with fixed defences, designed to act as a focal point for a defending force.1P586101129DefixioneN128N985297279DEGAUSSING STATIONYA site where the magnetic signature of ships was lowered thereby making them less susceptible to magnetic mines.1P2219100317DEGAUSSING VESSELYA vessel containing equipment for reducing the magnetic structure of a ship's hull making it immune to magnetic mines.143P751191705DelicatessenNIf an eating area is included use both terms, otherwise just SHOP.1N11529162655Demesne FarmN1N751291706Demi BastionN1N2845137675Demi ColumnN546N10648141947DEMOLITION CHAMBERYChamber built into underside of a structure to exercise demolition.1P11444160530DEMOLITION CHARGE SITEYA 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.1P10718142970DEMOLITION DEBRISYDebris derived from the demolition of buildings or other structures. If unsure of whether debris is resulting from construction or demolition, index with both terms.1P10948145102DEMOLITION LAYERYA layer underneath the topsoil containing rubble or fragments of building material, e.g. mortar, tile, flint.1P458569106DENE HOLEYThe 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.1P751391707DENTAL DEPARTMENTYA hospital department where surgical and medical dental treatment takes place.1P751491708DENTAL HOSPITALYA specialist hospital where medical and surgical dental treatment takes place.1P58710113095269DENTAL IMPLEMENTYTool used in dentistry either for examination or surgery.128P751591709DENTAL SCHOOLYAn educational establishment where dentistry is taught.1P751691710Dental SurgeryN1N58810113196372DENTICULATEYA flake or blade tool with more than one notch on its edge.128P