Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
abatis
noun
/ˈæbətɪs/
Definition
A defensive obstacle made of felled trees with the branches facing the enemy.
Examples
- The troops constructed an abatis to slow down the enemy forces.
- During the battle, the abatis proved effective in protecting the stronghold.
- The soldiers worked quickly to create an abatis using nearby trees.
Meaning
Abatis refers to a type of fortification created by cutting down trees and arranging them to impede an enemy’s advance.
Synonyms
- obstacle
- barrier
- fortification
- defense
