madreporier

  1. Noun.  A thick plank, used for several mechanical purposes.
  2. Noun.  A plank to receive the mouth of a petard, with which it is applied to anything intended to be broken down.
  3. Noun.  A plank or beam used for supporting the earth in mines or fortifications.

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