n.
An old name of sandalwood, now applied only to the red sandalwood. See under Sandalwood. →
n.
A monastery or society of persons of either sex, secluded from the world and devoted to religion and celibacy; also, the monastic building or buildings. →
n.
One of several species of large, crested ground pigeons of the genus Goura, inhabiting New Guinea and adjacent islands. The Queen Victoria pigeon (Goura Victoria) and the crowned pigeon (G. coronata) are among the beat known species. →
a.
Quite by one's self; apart from, or exclusive of, others; single; solitary; -- applied to a person or thing. →