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Definition of Abattis
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.
Definition of Abattis
1. abatis [n -TISES] - See also: abatis
Medical Definition of Abattis
1. A means of defense formed by felled trees, the ends of whose branches are sharpened and directed outwards, or against the enemy. Origin: F. Abatis, abattis, mass of things beaten or cut down, fr. Abattre. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)
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