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REDAN
Etymology
Noun
redan (plural redans)
A defensive fortification work in the shape of a V.
Anagrams
• -ander, Andre, AndrĆ©, Arden, Drane, Nader, Renda, dearn, denar
Source: Wiktionary
Re*dan" (r*dn"), n. Etym: [F., for OF. redent a double notching or jagging, as in the teeth of a saw, fr. L. pref. re- re- + dens, dentis, a tooth. Cf. Redented.] [Written sometimes redent and redens.]
1. (Fort.)
Definition: A work having two parapets whose faces unite so as to form a salient angle toward the enemy.
2. A step or vertical offset in a wall on uneven ground, to keep the parts level.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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