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Palisade
01
a defensive fence or barrier made of closely spaced wooden stakes or iron rails
Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Inanimate
Composition
Simple
Countable
Plural form
palisades
What is a "palisade"?
A palisade is a type of fence or wall made from tall, strong posts or stakes that are often sharpened at the top. It is designed to provide protection or define boundaries. Palisades were historically used in fortifications to defend against attacks and were often seen in military structures or as part of defensive walls around settlements. Today, palisades can be used for privacy, security, or decoration, and they are typically made from wood or metal.
to palisade
01
surround with a wall in order to fortify
Grammatical Information
Composition
Simple
Action verb
Regular
Present tense
palisade
3rd person singular
palisades
Present participle
palisading
Past simple
palisaded
Past participle
palisaded
