tartana — meaning in English

English meaning

• bomb noun An explosive device designed to cause damage or destruction.
• tartan noun A woven pattern of criss-crossing coloured stripes, traditionally associated with Scottish clans, or fabric with this pattern.

Senses

tartana is used for these senses in English:

• bomb (US, Australia, informal) A car in poor condition.
• tartan (watercraft) A type of one-masted vessel with a lateen sail and a foresail, used in the Mediterranean.

bomb — full definition

1. noun An explosive device designed to cause damage or destruction.
2. verb To attack a place using bombs.
3. verb To fail badly, especially a performance or attempt.
4. adj Informal for excellent or impressive.

tartan — full definition

1. noun A woven pattern of criss-crossing coloured stripes, traditionally associated with Scottish clans, or fabric with this pattern.
2. adj Made of, or patterned like, tartan.

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