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Definition of Corvettes
1. corvette [n] - See also: corvette
Lexicographical Neighbors of Corvettes
Literary usage of Corvettes
Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:
1. The Naval War of 1812 by Theodore Roosevelt (1882)
"... estimating it in Britain and America—Ratings—American ships properly
rated—Armaments ol the frigates and corvettes— Three styles of guns used—Difference ..."
2. Appletons' Annual Cyclopædia and Register of Important Events of the Year (1891)
"... savings-bank funds, etc. corvettes, nine screw gunboats, eight side-wheel
gunboats, and two transports. Decrees of the Provisional Government. ..."
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