defile (Meaning)
defile (n)
a narrow pass (especially one between mountains)
defile (v)
place under suspicion or cast doubt upon
make dirty or spotty, as by exposure to air; also used metaphorically
spot, stain, or pollute
defile (v. i.)
To march off in a line, file by file; to file off.
defile (v. t.)
Same as Defilade.
To make foul or impure; to make filthy; to dirty; to befoul; to pollute.
To soil or sully; to tarnish, as reputation; to taint.
To injure in purity of character; to corrupt.
To corrupt the chastity of; to debauch; to violate.
To make ceremonially unclean; to pollute.
defile (n.)
Any narrow passage or gorge in which troops can march only in a file, or with a narrow front; a long, narrow pass between hills, rocks, etc.
The act of defilading a fortress, or of raising the exterior works in order to protect the interior. See Defilade.
Synonyms & Antonyms of defile
defile Sentence Examples
- The narrow path snaked through a steep **defile**, offering a scenic but challenging passage.
- The soldiers cautiously traversed the rocky **defile**, vulnerable to attack from above.
- The rushing river carved a deep **defile** through the landscape, creating a dramatic natural wonder.
- Historians believe the ancient city was strategically built near a **defile** for easier defense.
- Hikers encountered unexpected wildlife while exploring the secluded **defile**.
- The narrow streets of the old town resembled a labyrinthine **defile**, with hidden alleyways and courtyards.
- The rescue team rappelled down a treacherous **defile** to reach the stranded climbers.
- The metaphorical usage describes a situation as a **defile**, highlighting its narrow and potentially dangerous nature.
- Legends spoke of a hidden treasure buried deep within a forgotten **defile**.
- The constant flow of tourists through the once-peaceful **defile** threatened the delicate ecosystem.
FAQs About the word defile
a narrow pass (especially one between mountains), place under suspicion or cast doubt upon, make dirty or spotty, as by exposure to air; also used metaphoricall
valley,canyon, ravine, gorge, ca-on, abyss, gulch, saddle, flume, couloir
cleanse, purge, clean, clarify,purify, clarify, purge, cleanse, clean, purify
The narrow path snaked through a steep **defile**, offering a scenic but challenging passage.
The soldiers cautiously traversed the rocky **defile**, vulnerable to attack from above.
The rushing river carved a deep **defile** through the landscape, creating a dramatic natural wonder.
Historians believe the ancient city was strategically built near a **defile** for easier defense.
