Quonset hut en · NOUN
Etymology
Named after Quonset Point, the place they were manufactured; the placename derives from an Algonquian language.
Meanings
- A lightweight prefabricated structure of corrugated galvanized steel, having a semicircular cross section.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quonset huts | Number=Plur | lexicographic |
Relateds
Iris hut · Romney hut · Nissen hut