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Abatis

noun
1.
A line of defense consisting of a barrier of felled or live trees with branches (sharpened or with barbed wire entwined) pointed toward the enemy.  Synonym: abattis.





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"Abatis" Quotes from Famous Books



... ABATIS. An obstruction used in temporary fortification, composed of felled trees deprived of their smaller branches, and secured to the ground side by side with their tops towards the enemy; applicable to the front of posts, ...
— The Sailor's Word-Book • William Henry Smyth


Words linked to "Abatis" :   line of defense, abattis, line of defence


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