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Record 1 2009-02-03

English

Subject field(s)
  • Wood Products
OBS

flake: A small wood particle of predetermined dimensions specifically produced as a primary function of specialized equipment of various types with a cutting action across the grain (either radially, tangentially or at an angle between), the action being such as to produce a particle of uniform thickness, essentially flat and having the fiber direction essentially in the plane of the flakes, in overall character resembling a piece of veneer.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Produits du bois
DEF

Très petit flocon de bois.

Spanish

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