argand

English

Etymology

Named after Aimé Argand.

Noun

argand (plural argands)

  1. An Argand lamp.
    • 1867, Andrew Ure, Ures̓ Dictionary of Arts, Manufactures and Mines:
      The argand consists of a hollow annulus, from the upper surface of which the gas issues through a number of small apertures []

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