v. i.
To move or run in the mode called a gallop; as a horse; to go at a gallop; to run or move with speed.
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A membrane connecting the margin of the pileus of a mushroom with the stalk; -- called also velum. →
v. i.
To be diminished; to decrease; -- contrasted with wax, and especially applied to the illuminated part of the moon. →
The beaver rat. See under Beaver. →
n.
A bulbous plant of the genus Narcissus (N. Jonquilla), allied to the daffodil. It has long, rushlike leaves, and yellow or white fragrant flowers. The root has emetic properties. It is sometimes called the rush-leaved daffodil. See Illust. of Corona. →
n.
A double eight-sided pyramid, a form common with tetragonal crystals; -- so called because this form often occurs in crystals of zircon. →
n.
A vitreous compound, used by potters in glazing, consisting of lime, silica, borax, lead, and soda. →
a.
Pertaining to, or containing, uranium; designating those compounds in which uranium has a lower valence as contrasted with the uranic compounds. →
n.
A fig; an insignificant trifle, no more than the snap of one's thumb; a sign of contempt made by the fingers, expressing. A fig for you. →