Norman
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/ˈnɔːrmən/
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/ˈnɔːmən/
A style of building from the 11th and 12th centuries in Britain, with big round arches and thick walls.
The old church had a strong Norman influence, with its thick walls and round arches.
Relating to the people from northern Europe who won a big battle in England in 1066 and ruled the country after that.
Norman rulers introduced many changes after their victory in the Battle of Hastings.