smudge pot
A 'smudge pot' is an agricultural tool historically used to protect crops from frost and pests by generating smoke.
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Definition
C1Agriculture
(historical, technical)A container that burns oil or other fuels to produce smoke, primarily used to protect crops from frost by creating a layer of warm air.
Example
- Farmers used smudge pots to protect their citrus trees from frost damage during cold nights.
- The orchard was filled with the thick smoke from the smudge pots, creating a protective blanket over the crops.
C1Agriculture
(historical, technical)A device that produces thick smoke to repel pests from crops.
Example
- Smudge pots were lit to drive away insects from the fruit trees.
- The farmer relied on smudge pots to keep pests at bay during the growing season.
C1Construction
(historical)An oil-burning flare used to mark highway construction sites.
Example
- Smudge pots were placed along the road to signal construction work ahead.
- Before modern warning lights, smudge pots were common at nighttime construction sites.
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