Meaning of the word "salvage yard" in English

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salvage yard

US /ˈsælvɪdʒ ˌjɑːrd/
UK /ˈsælvɪdʒ ˌjɑːrd/
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Noun

1.

a place where old or damaged vehicles, machinery, or other items are collected, dismantled, and useful parts are saved for reuse or recycling

Example:
We found a rare part for our vintage car at the salvage yard.
The old washing machine was taken to the salvage yard.
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