Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

Maginot Line

noun

/ˈmædʒɪnoʊ/ laɪn/

Definition

A defensive line of fortifications built by France along its eastern border with Germany following World War I.

Examples

The Maginot Line was named after André Maginot, the French Minister of War.
Despite its robust construction, the Maginot Line was bypassed by German forces during World War II.
The concept of a Maginot Line can be applied to various strategic defenses beyond military uses.

Meaning

The Maginot Line was designed to protect France from invasion, reflecting the country’s need for an advanced system of defense against potential threats from Germany.