About The Word Congreve
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Congreve
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What's The Definition Of Congreve?Synonyms | Synonyms for Congreve: Related Terms | Find terms related to Congreve: See Also | Congreve In Webster's Dictionary \Con"greve\, n. [After Sir William Congreve, the
inventor.]
1. Short for
{Cogreve rocket}, a powerful form of rocket formerly used in
war, either in the field or for bombardment. In the former
case it was armed with shell, shrapnel, or other missiles;
in the latter, with an inextinguishable explosive
material, inclosed in a metallic case. It was guided by a
long wooden stick.
2. Short for
{Congreve match}, an early friction match, containing
sulphur, potassium chlorate, and antimony sulphide.
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