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tetramera
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A division of Coleoptera having, apparently, only four tarsal joints, one joint being rudimentary.
taled
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A kind of quadrangular piece of cloth put on by the Jews when repeating prayers in the synagogues.
budgerow
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A large and commodious, but generally cumbrous and sluggish boat, used for journeys on the Ganges.
tiger's-foot
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A name given to some species of morning-glory (Ipomoea) having the leaves lobed in pedate fashion.
trimethyl
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A prefix or combining form (also used adjectively) indicating the presence of three methyl groups.
thumbscrew
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A screw having a flat-sided or knurled head, so that it may be turned by the thumb and forefinger.
texas
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A structure on the hurricane deck of a steamer, containing the pilot house, officers' cabins, etc.