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johnmperry commented on the word usine à gaz
French. Literal meaning is "gas factory". Figurative meaning is "overly complicated solution". Can also be used of a business meeting.
July 24, 2008
johnmperry commented on the word usine à gaz
see Rube Goldberg machine
July 24, 2008