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monument Word or Phrase:FOG DISPERSAL PLANT *  
Definition:A system of petrol burners, pipework and pump houses on an airfield used to 'burn' away fog so that aircraft may take off and land safely.
monument Word or Phrase:DISPERSAL PRISON *  
Definition:An institution for the detention of prisoners considered to be a major threat to public safety and/or to the security of the nation.
monument Word or Phrase:DISPERSAL PEN *  
Definition:An area of hardstanding, surrounded on three sides by a protective wall or bank, used for parking aircraft, in a state of readiness, usually around the perimeter of an airfield.
monument Word or Phrase:DISPERSAL *  
Definition:An area of hardstanding for parking aircraft, in a state of readiness, usually around the perimeter of an airfield.

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