hardpack

English

noun
Definitions
  • (uncountable) A material (such as dirt, gravel, or snow) compressed into a hard, smooth surface for roads etc.
  • (countable) A hard package, especially of cigarette.

Etymology

Compound from English hard + English pack (verb and noun senses).

Origin

English

pack

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