In 5 bretexe. [f. prec.]
† 1. (in obs. form bretexe): trans. To fortify with a wooden breastwork. Obs.
1430. Lydg., Chron. Troy, II. xi. Euery towre bretexed was so clene.
2. To brattice up: to line the sides of a shaft, or the like, with planking or boarding.
1862. Times, 21 Jan., 10/4. Made it impossible for the working parties to go on without loss of life until the stone was all carefully bratticed up.
1869. Blackmore, Lorna D., lviii. (D.). A great round hole or shaft bratticed up with timber.
