Escalade
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˌɛskəˈleɪd/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Escalade is a noun meaning An act of scaling walls or fortifications.
Meaning
An act of scaling walls or fortifications.
More Meanings
- (military, dated) To scale the walls of a fortification.
Example Sentences
An escalade was required for the warriors to attack the troops.
Word Forms
- escalades
- escalading
- escaladed
Synonyms for escalade
Depending on context, synonyms include scalade.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include mountaineering, climbing, truck, scale, car, humvee.
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