Associations to the word «Hardtack»
Wiktionary
HARDTACK, noun. (nautical) A large, hard biscuit made from unleavened flour and water; formerly used as a long-term staple food aboard ships.
Dictionary definition
HARDTACK, noun. Very hard unsalted biscuit or bread; a former ship's staple.
HARDTACK, noun. A mountain mahogany.
Wise words
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