n.
A ring or cap of metal put round a cane, tool, handle, or other similar object, to strengthen it, or prevent splitting and wearing. →
n.
A photographic picture taken on an iron plate by a collodion process; -- familiarly called tintype. →
n.
A padded part of a harness which is worn on a horse's back, being fastened in place with a girth. It serves various purposes, as to keep the breeching in place, carry guides for the reins, etc. →
n.
A Hindoo gentleman; a native clerk who writes English; also, a Hindoo title answering to Mr. or Esquire. →
a.
Requiring the strength of Hercules; hence, very great, difficult, or dangerous; as, an Herculean task. →