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tourbillion
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tourbillion, n. [F. torbillion a whirlwind, tourbillion, fr. L. turbo, -inis, a whirl, whirlwind.].
An ornamental firework which turns round, when in the air, so as to form a scroll of fire. G. Francis. [1913 Webster]
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