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sandbags

The correct spelling is sandbags.

How to pronounce sandbags

noun

Say it like: San-dba-gs

The correct spelling is sandbags. A sturdy sack filled with sand, generally used in large numbers to make defensive walls against flooding, bullets, or shrapnel.

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Definition

noun

  1. 1.A sturdy sack filled with sand, generally used in large numbers to make defensive walls against flooding, bullets, or shrapnel.
  2. 2.A small bag filled with sand and used as a cudgel.
  3. 3.An engraver's leather cushion, etc.
  4. 4.A deceptive play whereby a player with a strong hand bets weakly or passively.

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