palisade

¹pal·i·sade

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

Examples of PALISADE

1. <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

Related to PALISADE

Synonyms: barranca (also barranco), bluff, crag, escarpment, cliff, precipice, scar, scarp

Related Words: butte, cuesta, hogback, tor; bulwark, embankment; declivity, drop-off, pitch

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Rhymes with PALISADE

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