n.
The process of fining or refining; clarification; also (Metal.), the conversion of cast iron into suitable for puddling, in a hearth or charcoal fire. →
a.
Pertaining to, or designating, an acid obtained by the reduction of sulphurous acid. See Hyposulphurous acid, under Hyposulphurous. →
n.
An accumulation of urine in the pelvis of the kidney, occasioned by obstruction in the urinary passages. →
v. i.
To cause to perceive or understand; to acquaint; to inform; to convince; to assure; to make certain. →
a.
Filled to repletion; holding by absorption, or in solution, all that is possible; as, saturated garments; a saturated solution of salt. →
v. t.
To settle or bring to a satisfactory state, so that parties are agreed in the result; as, to adjust accounts; the differences are adjusted. →