abattis

abattis has 2 senses in the JumbleFix dictionary. Letters: 7.

Definitions

• n.. A means of defense formed by felled trees, the ends of whose branches are sharpened and directed outwards, or against the enemy.
• n.. a line of defense consisting of a barrier of felled or live trees with branches (sharpened or with barbed wire entwined) pointed toward the enemy