abattis
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Noun | 1. | abattis - 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 line of defence, line of defense - defensive structure consisting of a barrier that can be employed for defense against attack |
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