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Rarecircumvallation
The correct spelling is circumvallation.
How to pronounce circumvallation
noun
IPA: /sɜːkəmvæˈleɪʃən/
Say it like: Sir-cum-val-las-hon
The correct spelling is circumvallation. A rampart or other defensive entrenchment that entirely encircles the position being defended.
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Definition
noun
- 1.A rampart or other defensive entrenchment that entirely encircles the position being defended.
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