abatis
Meaning
A defensive obstacle consisting of felled trees, usually placed in a fence-like arrangement. (একটি প্রতিরক্ষা ব্যবস্থা, সাধারণত গাছ বা অন্যান্য অবজেক্ট দিয়ে তৈরি)
Pronunciation
অ্যাবান্টিস (ā'bāṇṭis)
Synonyms
obstacle, barrier, defense, fence, blockade, hedge, fortification, entrenchment
Synonyms
The fallen trees created an obstacle for the enemy.
They built a barrier to protect their village.
Their defense strategy included building an abatis.
A fence was constructed with sharpened sticks.
They set up a blockade to prevent access.
Using a hedge can be an effective defensive tactic.
The fortification included numerous abatis.
The entrenchment provided safety against attacks.
Antonyms
They opened access to the area.
The entry was completely unbarred.
An invitation was sent to the guests.
The openness of the area made it vulnerable.
Exposure to enemies was a serious risk.
Vulnerability was increased without a defense.
They were exempt from the usual safeguards.
They chose to surrender rather than defend.
Phrases
They set up an abatis around their camp for protection.
The soldiers were instructed to guard with abatis.
To avoid enemy attacks, create a defensive abatis.
It's wise to utilize natural resources for the abatis.
After the attack, we need to rebuild the abatis.