Definition for TUM'BREL

TUM'BREL, n. [Fr. tombereau, from tomber. See Tumble.]

  1. A ducking stool for the punishment of scolds.
  2. A dung-cart. Tusser. Tatler.
  3. A cart or carriage with two wheels, which accompanies, troops or artillery, for conveying the tools of pioneers, cartridges, and the like.

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