English dictionary
outwork
/'/AU/tw/[@]/rk/
Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
noun
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subsidiary defensive structure lying outside the main fortified area
ExamplesThe outworks of the castle.
Source: WordNet 3.0
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A minor defense constructed beyond the main body of a work, as a ravelin, lunette, hornwork, etc.
Source: webster1913
verb
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To exceed in working; to work more or faster than.
Source: webster1913