About The Word Chevaux-de-frise

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Chevaux-de-frise

Chevaux-de-frise Meaning & Definition
Chevaux-de-frise Definition And Meaning

What's The Definition Of Chevaux-de-frise?

[n] defensive structure consisting of a movable obstacle composed of barbed wire or spikes attached to a wooden frame; used to obstruct cavalry

Synonyms | Synonyms for Chevaux-de-frise: cheval-de-frise

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See Also | defence | defense | defensive structure

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