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The rapacious larva of a large water beetle (Hydrophilus piceus), and of other similar species. See Illust. of Water beetle.
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A division of birds including Turnix and allied genera, resembling quails in appearance but differing from them anatomically.
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A division of Ctenophora including those which have a long, ribbonlike body. The Venus's girdle is the most familiar example.
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A large revolving platform, for turning railroad cars, locomotives, etc., in a different direction; -- called also turnplate.
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A magnificent and imposing ceremonial performed in honor of a general who had gained a decisive victory over a foreign enemy.
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A narrow fillet or band of cotton or linen; a narrow woven fabric used for strings and the like; as, curtains tied with tape.
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A structure or frame of crossbarred work, or latticework, used for various purposes, as for screens or for supporting plants.
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A tree-legged stool, table, or other support; especially, a stand to hold a kettle or similar vessel near the fire; a tripod.
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A trembling; a shivering or shaking; a quivering or vibratory motion; as, the tremor of a person who is weak, infirm, or old.
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An abnormal dryness of the eyeball produced usually by long-continued inflammation and subsequent atrophy of the conjunctiva.
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