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GYROPHARE [2 records]

Record 1 2009-10-23

English

Subject field(s)
  • Motor Vehicle and Bicycle Accessories
  • Security Devices
DEF

A flashing warning light that projects upwards from the roof of a motor vehicle.

CONT

At the turn-off... a police cruiser stood... its roof-light blinking a constant warning.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Accessoires d'automobiles et de bicyclettes
  • Dispositifs de sécurité
DEF

Phare rotatif équipant le toit de certains véhicules prioritaires (voitures de police, ambulances, etc.).

Spanish

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Record 2 1986-06-03

English

Subject field(s)
  • Signalling (Rail Transport)

French

Domaine(s)
  • Signalisation (Transport par rail)
OBS

Feu rotatif qui comporte deux phares.

Spanish

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