Redoubt

Redout , rē-dowt′, n. ( fort. ) a field-work enclosed on all sides, its ditch not flanked from the parapet: a central or retired work within any other works, intended to afford the garrison a last retreat—also Reduit′ .— adj. ( her. ) bent in many angles. [Fr. redoute , réduit , a redoubt—It. ridotto —L. reducĕre , reductum —to bring back.]