abatised
|a-ba-tised|
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/ˈæbətɪst/
(abatis)
defensive barrier
Etymology
Etymology Information
'abatis' originates from French, specifically the word 'abattre,' where 'ab-' meant 'down' and 'battre' meant 'to beat.'
Historical Evolution
'abattre' transformed into the French word 'abatis,' and eventually became the modern English word 'abatis' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to beat down or fell,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a defensive obstacle.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
fortified with an abatis, a defensive obstacle formed by felled trees with sharpened branches facing the enemy.
The soldiers abatised the perimeter to prevent enemy advancement.
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Last updated: 2025/03/30 00:51