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1. (Fortification.) A line joining the inner extremities of a work; as, — [997]

A line drawn between the rear ends of the faces of a redan.

A line across the narrow portion of a bastion, from the points of junction of its flanks with the curtains.


2. (Masonry.) A small groove at the under side of a coping, to keep the drip from reaching the wall. A throat.


3. (Nautical.) The groove or score of a pulley.

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