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abatis - definition of abatis in Encyclopedia (219 words) |
 | Abatis, Abattis or Abbattis (a French word meaning a heap of material thrown), a term in field fortification for an obstacle formed of the branches of trees laid in a row, with the tops directed towards the enemy and interlaced or tied with wire. |
| The abatis is used alone or in combination with wire entanglements and other obstacles. |
| Also, a form of giant abatis, using whole trees instead of branches, can be used as an anti-tank obstacle. |
| Abatis - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia (265 words) |
| Abatisses are used in war to keep the approaching enemy under fire for as long as possible. |
| Abatis improvised by Japanese troops during World War 2. |
| Giant abatis, made from entire trees, is an effective anti-vehicle obstacle. |
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