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1. (n.) brattice
a partition or lining forming an air passage in a mine.
Etymology: (1300–50; ME brutaske, bretage, bretice < AF bretaske, bretage, AF, OF bretesche wooden parapet on a fortress < ML brittisca)
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1. (verb) brattice
a partition (often temporary) of planks or cloth that is used to control ventilation in a mine
2. (verb) brattice
supply with a brattice, to ventilate mines
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1. (noun) brattice
a wall of separation in a shaft or gallery used for ventilation
2. (noun) brattice
planking to support a roof or wall
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