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QUARRY-WATER

\kwˈɒɹiwˈɔːtə], \kwˈɒɹiwˈɔːtə], \k_w_ˈɒ_ɹ_i_w_ˈɔː_t_ə]\

Definitions of QUARRY-WATER

1874 - Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language

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A familiar term among quarrymen and builders for the moisture contained in stone newly raised from the quarry, which gradually evaporates when exposed to the air.

1874 - Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language
By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H.

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