Glacis

Pronunciation: /ˈɡleɪsɪs/

Definitions of glacis

noun the slope of a glacis

Example Sentences

A1 The glacis of the castle was covered in snow.

A2 The soldiers hid behind the glacis for protection.

B1 The glacis of the fort was strategically designed to defend against enemy attacks.

B2 The glacis slope provided a clear line of sight for the cannons to aim at the approaching army.

C1 The glacis was a key feature of the defensive architecture, offering both protection and visibility.

C2 The glacis was meticulously maintained to ensure its effectiveness in repelling any potential invaders.

Examples of glacis in a Sentence

formal The glacis of the fortification provided an additional layer of defense.

informal We sat on the glacis of the hill and enjoyed the view.

slang Let's hang out on the glacis, it's a cool spot to chill.

figurative The artist used light and shadow to create a glacis effect in the painting.

Grammatical Forms of glacis

• plural: glacises
• comparative: more glacis
• superlative: most glacis
• present tense: glacis
• future tense: will glacis
• perfect tense: have glacised
• continuous tense: is glacising
• singular: glacis
• positive degree: glacis
• infinitive: to glacis
• gerund: glacising
• participle: glacised

Origin and Evolution of glacis

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'glacis' originated from the Latin word 'glacies' meaning ice or frost.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the meaning of 'glacis' shifted from referring to ice or frost to describing a sloping bank or earthwork in military fortifications.