Hang

v. i.

To fasten in a manner which will allow of free motion upon the point or points of suspension; -- said of a pendulum, a swing, a door, gate, etc.

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Abacination

n.

The act of abacinating.

Flagration

n.

A conflagration.

Hellenism

n.

The type of character of the ancient Greeks, who aimed at culture, grace, and amenity, as the chief elements in human well-being and perfection.

Aether

n.

See Ether.

Hypothecated

imp. & p. p.

of Hypothecate

Legitimate

v. t.

To make legitimate, lawful, or valid; esp., to put in the position or state of a legitimate person before the law, by legal means; as, to legitimate a bastard child.

Alalonga

n.

Alt. of Alilonghi

Fluxionist

n.

One skilled in fluxions.

Lad

n.

A companion; a comrade; a mate.

Redemptory

a.

Paid for ransom; serving to redeem.

Hydrometry

n.

The art or operation of measuring the velocity or discharge of running water, as in rivers, etc.

Ventouse

v. t. & i.

To cup; to use a cupping glass.