rasante Meaning & Definition
/ɹəˈzɑnt/
What Does Rasante Mean?
Rasante is used as an adjective meaning Sweeping; grazing; applied to a style of fortification in which the command of the works over each other, and over the country, is kept very low, so that the shot may more effectually sweep or graze the ground before them.
Quick Facts About Rasante
| Part of speech | adjective |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ɹəˈzɑnt/ |
| Comparative / superlative | more rasante, most rasante |
Rasante Definition (Adjective)
- Sweeping; grazing; applied to a style of fortification in which the command of the works over each other, and over the country, is kept very low, so that the shot may more effectually sweep or graze the ground before them
Synonyms of Rasante
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Rasante synonyms and antonyms →Word Forms & Grammar
rasante (comparative more rasante, superlative most rasante)
Words That Rhyme With Rasante
passantasante
Origin of Rasante
From French rasant, present participle of raser (“to graze”).