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blindage

noun · 3 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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  • blīn′dĭj
  • /ˈblaɪn.dɪd͡ʒ/

1

noun

Meaning 1

A cover or protection for an advanced trench or approach, formed of fascines and earth supported by a framework.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: historical

Topics: government, military, politics, war

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2

noun

Meaning 2

A deep dugout, often equipped with bunks and other fittings.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Topics: government, military, politics, war

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3

noun

Meaning 3

A final layer of material such as sand or road scrapings that is spread to fill in any small gaps in the road surface and soak up any wet spots.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

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History

Etymology

From blind + -age. Compare French blindage.

Across languages

Translations

5 source translations are retained for this English entry.

  • Belarusian: блінда́ж (blindáž) — cover or protection for an advanced trench or approach
  • Finnish: korsu — cover or protection for an advanced trench or approach
  • Polish: blindaż — cover or protection for an advanced trench or approach
  • Russian: блинда́ж (blindáž) — cover or protection for an advanced trench or approach
  • Ukrainian: блінда́ж (blindáž) — cover or protection for an advanced trench or approach