Meaning Of The Word Cheval-de-frise

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cheval-de-frise in British English
an obstacle, usually a piece of wood with projecting spikes, formerly used to hinder enemy horsemen
noun: a portable barrier of spikes, sword blades, etc, used to obstruct the passage of cavalry
noun: a portable obstacle, usually a sawhorse, covered with projecting spikes or barbed wire, for military use in closing a passage, breaking in a defensive wall, etc

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