First Known Use: 1600
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1palisade
noun pal·i·sade \ˌpa-lə-ˈsād\
: a high fence made of pointed stakes that was used in the past to protect a building or area
palisades : a line of steep cliffs especially along a river or ocean
Full 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
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Origin of PALISADE
French palissade, ultimately from Latin palus stake — more at pole
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PALISADE Defined for Kids
palisade
noun pal·i·sade \ˌpa-lə-ˈsād\
Definition of PALISADE for Kids
1
: a fence made of poles to protect against attack
2
: a line of steep cliffs
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