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pilot biscuit

/ˈpaɪlət ˈbɪskɪt/

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/ˈpaɪlət ˈbɪskɪt/C1formalculinaryobsolete
  • ruТвёрдое, сухое, несладкое печенье или крекер, исторически использовавшееся как долгохранящийся продукт на кораблях и в военных пайках. Также известно как галета или сухарь.

A hard, dry, unsweetened biscuit or cracker, historically used as a long-lasting food staple on ships and military rations. Also known as hardtack or ship's biscuit.

  1. Hard, dry crackerB2formal

    A type of hard, dry, and long-lasting cracker or biscuit, traditionally used as a staple food on long sea voyages.

    ruТвёрдый сухой крекер

    • The sailors survived on pilot biscuits and salted meat during the voyage.
    • Pilot biscuits are known for their long shelf life and durability.
    • He crumbled a pilot biscuit into his soup for extra texture.