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单词 nailrod
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Definition of nailrod in English:

nailrod

nounˈneɪlrɒd
mass nounAustralian, NZ dated
  • Coarse dark tobacco sold in thin rolls.

    we still had about a pound of nailrod between us
    Example sentencesExamples
    • Pipes were preferred and in pipes we often smoked nailrod.
    • His new accomplishments include an ability to drink kerosino and smoke nailrod tobacco.
    • He hands our friend a piece of nailrod with which to charge his evening pipe.
    • He tapped the bowl against his palm before taking a packet of nailrod from his pocket.
    • Thick twists such as nailrod were smoked extensively in Ireland.

Origin

Mid 19th century: from its resemblance to the rods of iron from which nails are cut.

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