enfilade

[US]/ˌɒn.fɪˈleɪd/
[UK]/ˌɑn.fɪˈleɪd/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.a position vulnerable to a line of fire; longitudinal firing
Word Forms
Past Participleenfiladed
Past Tenseenfiladed
Third Person Singularenfilades
Pluralenfilades
Present Participleenfilading

Phrases & Collocations

enfilade fire

enfilade position

enfilade attack

enfilade view

enfilade corridor

enfilade strategy

enfilade defense

enfilade layout

enfilade line

enfilade formation

Example Sentences

the soldiers moved in an enfilade formation to maximize their firepower.

the architect designed the building with an enfilade of rooms for better flow.

during the battle, the enemy was caught in an enfilade and suffered heavy losses.

the museum featured an enfilade of galleries showcasing modern art.

to enhance security, the building's entrance was designed to prevent enfilade attacks.

the military strategy involved creating an enfilade to flank the enemy.

in the game, players can use enfilade tactics to outmaneuver opponents.

the long corridor provided an enfilade view of the entire exhibition.

they planned an enfilade approach to surprise their rivals.

the enfilade of windows allowed natural light to flood the room.

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