tanbark

Etymology

tan + bark

noun

  1. The bark of the oak (or other trees) used as a source of tannin
  2. The spent bark used as a ground covering
    Another circle of groats, crowning a temporary pathway of tanbark flung wide around the first two rings, provided dry footing for the rest of the guests. 2004, Lois McMaster Bujold, Winterfair Gifts

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