Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
defilade
noun
/ˈdɛfɪleɪd/
Definition
The positioning of troops or military equipment behind cover to protect them from enemy fire.
Examples
- The soldiers took up a defilade position behind the hill.
- During the battle, they used the defilade to shield themselves from incoming artillery fire.
Meaning
Defilade refers to a tactical position that provides concealment from enemy observation and fire.
Synonyms
- Cover
- Concealment
- Protection
- Screen
