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French curve
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French curve
n.
A flat drafting instrument with curved edges and several scroll-shaped cutouts, used as a guide in drawing curves when constructing graphs or making engineering drawings.
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French curve
French curve
n
(Engineering / Tools) a thin plastic sheet with profiles of several curves, used by draughtsmen for drawing curves
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