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