1. a fence of wooden stakes or iron railings fixed in the ground, forming an enclosure or defense
2. a line of bold cliffs, especially those along a river
Usage: geological

Examples

• The fort was surrounded by tall wooden palisades.
• Enemy soldiers tried to breach the palisades but failed.
• The Palisades along the Hudson River offer stunning views.
• We hiked along the palisades overlooking the valley.
• The ancient settlement was protected by stone palisades.
• From the boat, we could see the towering palisades rising from the water.
• The park ranger explained how the palisades were formed over millions of years.