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Chesses
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What's The Definition Of Chesses?Synonyms | Synonyms for Chesses: Related Terms | Find terms related to Chesses: See Also | Chesses In Webster's Dictionary \Chess"es\, n. pl. [Cf. F. chassis a framework of
carpenty.] (Mil.)
The platforms, consisting of two or more planks doweled
together, for the flooring of a temporary military bridge.
--Wilhelm.
Note: A singular, chess, is sometimes used. ``Each chess
consists of three planks.'' --Farrow.
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