magistral line

mag·is·tral line

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Definitions of magistral line words

noun magistral line the line from which the position of the other lines of fieldworks is determined. 1
noun magistral line The guiding line, or outline, or outline, by which the form of a fortified work is determined. It is usually the crest line of the parapet in fieldworks, or the top line of the escarp in permanent fortifications. 0

before 1850

One of the 32% newest English words

First recorded in 1850-55

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This term is known only to a narrow circle of people with rare knowledge. Only 6% of English native speakers know the meaning of this word.

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