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GLACE PERLEE [1 record]

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Record 1 2011-01-21

English

Subject field(s)
  • Curling
DEF

The result of tiny amounts of hot water that is deliberately sprinkled on the sheet to help reduce the friction of the rocks as they move.

Key term(s)
  • pebble

French

Domaine(s)
  • Curling
DEF

Gouttelettes d'eau gelée produites sur la surface de la piste par arrosage d'eau chaude répandue sous forme de bruine; elles ont pour fonction de réduire les forces de frottement.

Key term(s)
  • piton

Spanish

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