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Mortier

Noun

1. A thick, heavy, and usually rounded container, typically made of stone or metal, used in pharmacy or chemistry for grinding or mixing substances.

Example sentence: The pharmacist used a mortier to crush the pills into a fine powder.

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Noun

2. A type of firework shell, typically cylindrical in shape, which is launched from a mortar and bursts into a display of visual effects.

Example sentence: The grand finale of the fireworks show featured a stunning display of colorful mortiers.

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Adjective

3. (Local) Used in reference to a popular dish or style of cooking originating from Mortier, a small town known for its unique culinary traditions.

Example sentence: The restaurant offers a delicious mortier-style chicken dish, which is a local favorite.

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