abatis

Definitions of abatis
  1. noun
    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
    synonyms: abattis
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    type of:
    line of defence, line of defense
    defensive structure consisting of a barrier that can be employed for defense against attack
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