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Webster 1913 Edition


Goudron


Gouˊdron′

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Noun.
[F., tar.]
(Mil.)
a small fascine or fagot, steeped in wax, pitch, and glue, used in various ways, as for igniting buildings or works, or to light ditches and ramparts.
Farrow.

Definition 2024


goudron

goudron

English

Noun

goudron (plural goudrons)

  1. (military, historical) A small fascine or fagot, steeped in wax, pitch, and glue, used for starting fires, lighting ditches and ramparts, etc.
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French

Etymology

From Arabic قطران.

Pronunciation

  • IPA(key): /ɡu.dʁɔ̃/

Noun

goudron m (plural goudrons)

  1. tar (substance)

Derived terms