"langrel" meaning in All languages combined

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Noun [English]

Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} langrel (uncountable)
  1. (military, naval, obsolete or historical) Langrage (scraps of metal used to fire at an enemy). Tags: historical, obsolete, uncountable Categories (topical): Military
    Sense id: en-langrel-en-noun-jE7PeZCV Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header Topics: government, military, naval, navy, politics, war

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