Castle defense NYT Crossword Clue

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The most common and recent 4-letter answer for "Castle defense" is MOAT.

A moat is a deep, wide ditch surrounding a castle, typically filled with water, serving as a defense mechanism against attackers. The clue directly refers to this traditional method of protection for castles.

A moat is a deep, wide trench, often filled with water, that surrounds a castle as a defense against attack.

Palace guard, of a sort, What a drawbridge might cross, Ditch crossed by drawbridge, Water repellent?, Obstacle for a would-be castle attacker

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The answer to “Castle defense” in the New York Times puzzle September 22 2025 is MOAT. Quite straight and simple! Complete your daily NYT Mini challenge with this solution.

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