cheval-de-frise

/ʃəˌvɑl də ˈfriz/
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Definitions of cheval-de-frise
  1. noun
    defensive structure consisting of a movable obstacle composed of barbed wire or spikes attached to a wooden frame; used to obstruct cavalry
    synonyms: chevaux-de-frise
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    type of:
    defence, defense, defensive structure
    a structure used to defend against attack
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