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Record 1 2012-06-11

English

Subject field(s)
  • Urban Studies
DEF

A log, plank or steel or concrete beam that fits into a groove or rack between walls or piers to prevent the flow of water through an opening in a dam, conduit or other channel.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Urbanisme
DEF

Dans une vanne d'écluse, chaque pièce qu'on laisse tomber verticalement pour empêcher l'eau de passer.

Spanish

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