caltrops

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A form of caltrop — A metal object, usually small, with spikes arranged so that, when thrown onto the ground, one always faces up as a threat to pedestrians, horses, and vehicles (also used as a heraldic charge).

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Meanings

noun
  1. pluralplural of caltrop
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