"camonflet" meaning in All languages combined

See camonflet on Wiktionary

Noun [English]

Forms: camonflets [plural]
Etymology: French Etymology templates: {{uder|en|fr|-}} French Head templates: {{en-noun}} camonflet (plural camonflets)
  1. (military) A small mine, sometimes formed in the wall or side of an enemy's gallery, to blow in the earth and cut off the retreat of the miners. Categories (topical): Military

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