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Meccano

British  
/ mɪˈkɑːnəʊ /

noun

  1. a construction set consisting of miniature metal or plastic parts from which mechanical models can be made

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

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In his free time, Calleia built Meccano erector set models and made models of military equipment, bridges and machinery.

From Los Angeles Times Sep. 8, 2023

Traditionalists scoffed at his use of industrial materials, and at designs that were variously likened to an oil derrick, a V-8 engine, an espresso machine and a Meccano construction set.

From Washington Post Dec. 20, 2021

Rogers began developing a new architectural approach, influenced by the Meccano he had played with as a boy: assembling buildings from pre-fabricated components like a kit of parts.

From BBC Dec. 19, 2021

It later bought model construction firm Meccano, and now owns brands including Hatchimals.

From BBC Jul. 4, 2018

The only good toys that I know of are Meccano and Primus, but there is much need for constructive toys for younger children.

From A Dominie in Doubt by Alexander Sutherland Neill

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