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sea biscuit

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun sea biscuit has 1 sense
  1. hardtack, pilot biscuit, pilot bread, sea biscuit, ship biscuit - very hard unsalted biscuit or bread; a former ship's staple
    --1 is a kind of biscuit

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Term: Sea Biscuit

Description:

Sea biscuit is a term used to refer to a type of hard, dry biscuit that was commonly consumed by sailors during long sea voyages. It was a staple food item due to its long shelf life and ability to withstand the harsh and humid conditions on ships. Nowadays, the term "sea biscuit" is also used as a nickname for the racehorse, Seabiscuit, who gained immense popularity in the 1930s and became a symbol of hope during the Great Depression.

Senses and Usages:

Sense 1:

Noun: A hard, dry biscuit consumed by sailors during long sea voyages.

Example sentence: Sailors would often rely on sea biscuits as a source of sustenance during their lengthy journeys at sea.

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Sense 2:

Noun: A legendary racehorse named Seabiscuit who gained prominence in the 1930s.

Example sentence: Seabiscuit's inspiring story of triumph over adversity captivated the nation during the Great Depression.

Related products: Seabiscuit Books on Amazon

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