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1. (n.) abatis
a defensive obstacle formed from rows of tree branches, with an end of each branch facing outward toward the enemy.
Etymology: (1760–70; < F; OF abateis < VL *abatteticius, der. of OF abattre (see abate ))
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1. (noun) abattis, abatis
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
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1. (noun) abatis
alt. of Abattis
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