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Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   A type of fortification consisting of a pair of demi-bastions with a curtain wall connecting them and with two long sides directed upon the faces of the bastions, or ravelins of the inner fortifications, so as to be defended by them.
2. 2
   an element of the trace italienne system of fortification that consists of a pair of demi-bastions. wordnet

Etymology

From horn + work.

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