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talus (2)

ta·lus [ táyləss ] (plural ta·lus·es)


noun 
Definition:
 
1. area of rubble: a sloping area of rock rubble

2. rock rubble: rock rubble, e.g. at the base of a cliff

3. military base of fortification: the sloping base of a fortification

[Mid-17th century. Origin ?]
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