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triptyque

/ trɪpˈtiːk /

noun

  1. a customs permit for the temporary importation of a motor vehicle


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Word History and Origins

Origin of triptyque1

from French: triptych (referring to its three sections)

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Example Sentences

At the hamlet of Abeele there is a Belgian custom-house (visa of "triptyque" or motor-car permit).

For a motor-car the association gives a Triptyque ensuring free passage through the douane, etc.

Our Triptyque received the customary official stamping at the Zoll-amt.

We drew up in front of the custom house, and exhibited our French triptyque.

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