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PRICKING-UP

\pɹˈɪkɪŋˈʌp], \pɹˈɪkɪŋˈʌp], \p_ɹ_ˈɪ_k_ɪ_ŋ_ˈʌ_p]\

Definitions of PRICKING-UP

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1874 - Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language

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The first coating of plaster in work of three coats upon laths. Its surface is scratched once to form a better key for the next coat. In the United States called scratch coat.

2010 - New Age Dictionary Database
By Oddity Software

In arch., the first coating of lime and hair upon lath, the surface being scratched over with the trowel to enable the next coat to obtain a better hold.

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

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