Chaussee

/ʃoʊˈseɪ/ noun

A raised road or causeway, especially one built through a marsh or body of water; a fortified approach or embankment.

From Old French 'chaussée,' past participle of 'chausser' (to pave/construct). Derived from Latin 'calciata' (paved road), from 'calx' (limestone/stone).

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