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PALISADED SETTLEMENT
A settlement enclosed by one or more rows of closely spaced vertical timbers embedded in a narrow foundation trench.
Palisaded Homestead (Non-Preferred)
Classifications
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Monument Thesaurus (rcahms)
Monument Thesaurus (rcahms)
> Domestic
> Defence
>> Settlement
>>>> Palisaded Settlement
Related Terms
| Term | Note |
|---|---|
| PALISADE | A barrier consisting of one or more rows of closely-spaced vertical timbers embedded in a narrow foundation trench. |
| PALISADED ENCLOSURE | An enclosure defined by one or more rows of closely-spaced vertical timbers embedded in a narrow foundation trench. |
