Category:Redan

Re*dan" (r*dn"), n. Etym: [f., for of. redent a double notching or Jagging, as in the teeth of a saw, fr. L. pref. re- re- + dens, Dentis, a tooth. Cf. Redented.] [written sometimes redent and Redens.]

1. (fort.)

Defn: a work having two parapets whose faces unite so as to form a Salient angle toward the enemy.

2. A step or vertical offset in a wall on uneven ground, to keep the Parts level.