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steeper

The stem of a shrub or small tree in a hedgerow, often laid by being partially cut through at the base in the process of laying a hedge.

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#1·Apr 27, 2026

The stem of a shrub or small tree in a hedgerow, often laid by being partially cut through at the base in the process of laying a hedge.

: The piping A', B', C' is arranged so that the contents of each cistern can be passed through any one of the steepers. The steepers have perforated false bottoms, shown in plan in Fig. 2,
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  • “That said, with Iran + election fall out, could even get steeper 😬😬😬”

    — Bluesky· May 2026
  • “Need an anti-oligarhy platform: - progressive wealth tax; + 10% for >$10B next 10 years - much steeper progressive income tax - Limit of $1B and 5% for single corporate share ownership - UBI - Medicare for all - $25 min wage ... (Numbers tentative, should be adjusted)”

    — Bluesky· May 2026
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#2·Apr 27, 2026

A vessel, vat, or cistern in which things are steeped.

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#3·Apr 27, 2026

(chiefly, England, and, Scotland) A downpour; a soaking rain.

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