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hornwork

noun

an element of the trace italienne system of fortification that consists of a pair of demi-bastions.

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Word length
8
Starts with
H
Ends with
K
Contains
OR
Scrabble score
18
Database source
OEWN 2025 Core

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noun

  1. an element of the trace italienne system of fortification that consists of a pair of demi-bastions.

    “{'source': 'https://en.wikipedia.org', 'text': 'The hornwork was used to extend the fortified area in a particular direction to prevent the enemy occupying an area of high ground or simply strengthen the overall fortifications in the expected direction of attack.'}”

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{'source': 'https://en.wikipedia.org', 'text': 'The hornwork was used to extend the fortified area in a particular direction to prevent the enemy occupying an area of high ground or simply strengthen the overall fortifications in the expected direction of attack.'}
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