iron ration
iron ration · iron rations
An emergency ration given to soldiers in the early 20th century, consisting of cakes…An emergency ration given to soldiers in the early 20th century, consisting of cakes made from beef bouillon powder and wheat; chocolate; and packets of salt and pepper.
Meaning
1 senses(historical)An emergency ration given to soldiers in the early 20th century, consisting of cakes made from beef bouillon powder and wheat; chocolate; and packets of salt and pepper.
Forms
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