triptyque
noun
a customs permit for the temporary importation of a motor vehicle
Word Origin for triptyque
from French: triptych (referring to its three sections)
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Examples from the Web for triptyque
Historical Examples of triptyque
Our Triptyque received the customary official stamping at the Zoll-amt.
Europe from a Motor CarRussell Richardson
At the hamlet of Abeele there is a Belgian custom-house (visa of "triptyque" or motor-car permit).
For a motor-car the association gives a Triptyque ensuring free passage through the douane, etc.
Amiens Before and During the WarMichelin & Cie
We drew up in front of the custom house, and exhibited our French triptyque.
The Car That Went AbroadAlbert Bigelow Paine