postern

• Petite porte ou entrée située à l'arrière ou sur le côté d'un fort, d'un château ou d'un bâtiment similaire, souvent utilisée comme issue de secours ou accès privé.

A small gate located at the back or side of a fort, castle, or similar structure, often used as a secondary or private entrance.

1. Rear gateC2formal

   A small, secondary gate or door, typically located at the back of a fortification, castle, or large building, used for discreet or emergency access.

   Poterne

   • The soldiers escaped through the postern during the siege.
   • A hidden postern in the castle wall led to the moat.
   • The postern was locked and guarded at all times.

   Synonymesback doorwicket