half-open file

noun

A file with only pawns of one color situated on it.

Meanings

nounhalf-open file (plural half-open files)

plural half-open files

  1. board gamesA file with only pawns of one color situated on it.

    Synonyms: semi-open file

Synonyms & antonyms

nounA file with only pawns of one color situated on it.

Translations

German halboffene Linie
  • halboffene Liniefile with only pawns of one color
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APA

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Chicago

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