defilade Meaning & Definition
/dɛfɪˈleɪd/
What Does Defilade Mean?
Defilade is a verb that means To fortify (something) as a protection from enfilading fire. As a noun, it means A fortification having such protection.
Defilade at a Glance
| Part of speech | verb, noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | //dɛfɪˈleɪd// |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Plural | defilades |
| Verb forms | defilades, defilading, defiladed |
Defilade Definition (Verb)
- To fortify (something) as a protection from enfilading fire.
Defilade as a Noun
- A fortification having such protection.
Synonyms of Defilade
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Defilade synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Defilade
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Defilade in a Sentence
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Word Forms & Grammar
defilade (third-person singular simple present defilades, present participle defilading, simple past and past participle defiladed)
defilade (plural defilades)
Pronouncing Defilade
Defilade is pronounced //dɛfɪˈleɪd// and has 1 syllable.
Defilade: Your Questions Answered
Is defilade a verb or a noun?
Defilade is mainly used as a verb, but it can also be used as a noun.
What is the plural of defilade?
The plural of defilade is defilades.
What is the past tense of defilade?
The past tense of defilade is defiladed. The present participle is defilading.