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planchet

planch·et [ plánchət ] (plural planch·ets)


noun 
Definition:
 
1. blank disk of metal for stamping: a flat disk of metal ready to be stamped as a coin or medal

2. U.S. small metal cup: a small metal container used to measure a radioactive substance

[Early 17th century. < obsolete planch "wooden plank, metal plate" < French planche (see plank)]
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