n.
The condition of having two or more kinds of flowers, different as to the length of their stamens and pistils. →
n.
Formerly the part sung by the highest male, or counter-tenor, voices; now the part sung by the lowest female, or contralto, voices, between in tenor and soprano. In instrumental music it now signifies the tenor. →
v. i.
To hold intercourse respecting a treaty, league, or convention; to treat with, respecting peace or commerce; to conduct communications or conferences. →
n.
A childish play, in which one covers his eyes, and guesses who strikes him or his hand placed behind him. →