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sandbag [′san‚bag]
(engineering)
A bag filled with sand; used to build temporary protective walls.
(geology)
In the roof of a coal seam, a deposit of glacial debris formed by scour and fill subsequent to coal formation.

sandbag
In the backstage of a theater, a canvas bag filled with sand which is used to counterbalance hanging scenery or other equipment.


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