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Definition of: scarcement

(skârsmənt) noun
1. Archit. A plain flat ledge or set-off in a wall.
2. Mining A ledge or projection left in the side of a shaft, embankment, or wall, as for a ladder. [Appar. <obs. scarce, v., lessen (<SCARCE) + -MENT]

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