Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
fosse
noun
/ˈfɒs/
Definition
A ditch or trench, typically one that is used for defense or drainage.
Examples
- Medieval castles were often surrounded by a fosse to deter attackers.
- The rainwater collected in the fosse after the storm.
- As we walked along the path, we noticed the fosse filled with wildflowers.
Meaning
In a military context, a fosse is used as a protective barrier. In general use, it can refer to any deep or wide ditch.
Synonyms
- ditch
- trench
- moat