Chaussees

/ʃoʊˈseɪz/ noun

Definition

Plural of chaussée; multiple raised roads, causeways, or fortified approaches.

Etymology

Regular plural of French 'chaussée,' adding '-s' to the singular form.

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Medieval maps show elaborate networks of chaussées connecting cities—they were engineering marvels that defined power, because whoever controlled the roads controlled commerce and military movement.

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