fianchetto
(fi-an-chet-to)
4 syllables
Definition
noun. a chess opening where a pawn is moved to support a bishop's diagonal.
Example Sentence
The fianchetto is a staple of many hypermodern openings.
More Example Sentences
Fianchetto helps control the center of the board.
Synonyms
pawn structure; bishop development; chess strategy
Antonyms
football move
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