Definitions
from The Century Dictionary.
- noun A wooden or iron spar projecting from the bows or side of a steamer, and on the end of which a torpedo is carried.
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As it approached the side of the ram, the torpedo-spar was lowered; and going ahead slowly until the torpedo was well under the Albemarle's bottom, Cushing detached it with a vigorous pull.
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