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单词 pavisade
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Definition of pavisade in English:

pavisade

(also pavesade)
noun ˌpavɪˈseɪd
historical
  • Originally: a defence or screen made of pavises or other shields joined in a continuous line (either in land warfare or on board ship). In later use also: a screen of canvas erected around the sides of a ship to protect and conceal the crew.

Origin

Early 17th century; earliest use found in Philemon Holland (1552–1637), translator. From Middle French, French pavesade from Italian pavesata from pavese + -ata.

 
 

Definition of pavisade in US English:

pavisade

(also pavesade)
nounˌpavɪˈseɪd
historical
  • Originally: a defence or screen made of pavises or other shields joined in a continuous line (either in land warfare or on board ship). In later use also: a screen of canvas erected around the sides of a ship to protect and conceal the crew.

Origin

Early 17th century; earliest use found in Philemon Holland (1552–1637), translator. From Middle French, French pavesade from Italian pavesata from pavese + -ata.

 
 
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