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noun
A thick plank, used for several mechanical purposes.
A plank to receive the mouth of a petard, with which it is applied to anything intended to be broken down.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: historical
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noun
A thick plank, used for several mechanical purposes.
A plank or beam used for supporting the earth in mines or fortifications.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: historical
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History
Borrowed from French madrier (“thick plank”).
