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Meaning of enfilade

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

enfilade

Pronunciation:/ˌɛnfəlˈeɪd//ˈɛnfəlˌeɪd/

noun

Definitions

  1. A line or straight passage, or the position of that which lies in a straight line.

  2. Gunfire directed along the length of a target.

  3. A series of doors that provide a vista when open.

verb

Definitions

  1. To rake (something) with gunfire.

  2. To be directed toward (something) like enfilading gunfire.

  3. To arrange (rooms or other structures) in a row.