palisade
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noun \ˌpa-lə-ˈsād\Definition of PALISADE
1
a : a fence of stakes especially for defense b : a long strong stake pointed at the top and set close with others as a defense
2
: a line of bold cliffs
See Examples of PALISADE
- <the palisades that line the west bank of the Hudson River for about 15 miles>
Origin of PALISADE
French palissade, ultimately from Latin palus stake — more at pole
First Known Use: 1600
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Rhymes with PALISADE
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