Hand

n.

An index or pointer on a dial; as, the hour or minute hand of a clock.

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Warping

n.

The art or occupation of preparing warp or webs for the weaver.

Lay

v. t.

To impose, as a command or a duty; as, to lay commands on one.

Sacrament

n.

The oath of allegiance taken by Roman soldiers; hence, a sacred ceremony used to impress an obligation; a solemn oath-taking; an oath.

Ungifted

a.

Being without gifts, especially native gifts or endowments.

Xylamide

n.

An acid amide derivative of xylic acid, obtained as a white crystalline substance.

Holster

n.

A leather case for a pistol, carried by a horseman at the bow of his saddle.

Aided

imp. & p. p.

of Aid

Retain

v. t.

To keep in pay; to employ by a preliminary fee paid; to hire; to engage; as, to retain a counselor.

Water qualm

See Water brash, under Brash.

Leady

a.

Resembling lead.

Lamel

n.

See Lamella.

Ground

v. i.

To run aground; to strike the bottom and remain fixed; as, the ship grounded on the bar.