gourdin

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Definition of gourdin nom masculin

Gros bâton solide qui sert à frapper. ➙ trique. Un coup de gourdin.

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synonyms

Synonyms of gourdin nom masculin

matraque, bâton, massue, trique

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Dictionnaire universel de Furetière (1690)

Historical definition of GOURDIN s. m.

Gros baston & court. Cet homme a esté bien bastonné, il a eu plusieurs coups de gourdin.

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