Library / English Dictionary

    ABATIS

    Pronunciation (US): Play  (GB): Play

     I. (noun) 

    Sense 1

    Meaning:

    A line of defense consisting of a barrier of felled or live trees with branches (sharpened or with barbed wire entwined) pointed toward the enemyplay

    Synonyms:

    abatis; abattis

    Classified under:

    Nouns denoting man-made objects

    Hypernyms ("abatis" is a kind of...):

    line of defence; line of defense (defensive structure consisting of a barrier that can be employed for defense against attack)

    Credits


    © 1991-2023 The Titi Tudorancea Bulletin | Titi Tudorancea® is a Registered Trademark | Terms of use and privacy policy
    Contact