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enfilade

The word “enfilade” has 3 syllables: en-fi-lade

It's pronounced as /ˌɑnfəˈleɪd/

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In the thesaurus, “enfilade” has 73 synonyms and 5 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for enfilade along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for enfilade

Antonyms for enfilade

  • disperse
  • distribute
  • divide
  • plant
  • scatter

Meanings of enfilade

  • noun
    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
    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.

Example Sentences

  • The soldiers advanced under heavy enfilade from the enemy position.
  • The architect designed an enfilade of connected rooms in the palace.
  • The narrow hallway created an enfilade view through the building.
  • The troops were exposed to enfilade fire from the hillside.
  • Visitors admired the elegant enfilade of galleries in the museum.

On this page you'll find 78 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to enfilade, such as: artillery, assail, assault, attack, barrage, batter, battery.

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Related Words

rake

raking

cannonade

barrage

cannonading

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