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A supposed metal, said by Phipson to be contained in commercial zinc; -- so called because certain of its compounds are darkened by exposure to light.

Of the nature of, or containing, actinolite.

Pertaining to the measurement of the intensity of the solar rays, either (a) heating, or (b) actinic.

Pertaining to, or causing the production of, sound by means of the actinic, or ultraviolet, rays; as, actinophonic phenomena.

Of or pertaining to the Actinozoa.

A kind of embryo of certain hydroids (Tubularia), having a stellate form.

communicating action or motion; acting; -- opposed to Ant: passive, that receives; as, certain active principles; the powers of the mind.

Of or pertaining to actuaries; as, the actuarial value of an annuity.

A term used to denote a duty or charge laid upon goods, at a certain rate per cent upon their value, as stated in their invoice, - - in opposition to a specific sum upon a given quantity or number; as, an ad valorem duty of twenty per cent.

An old saying, which has obtained credit by long use; a proverb. Letting "I dare not" wait upon "I would," Like the poor cat i' the adage. Shak.

Pertaining to an adage; proverbial. "Adagial verse." Barrow.

Of or pertaining to Adam, or resembling him. Adamic earth, a name given to common red clay, from a notion that Adam means red earth.

Pertaining to adenography.

Pertaining to adenology.

Pertaining to adenotomy.

An obtaining; attainment. [Obs.] In the wit and policy of the capitain consisteth the chief adeption of the victory. Grafton.

nion of divided parts without suppuration. -- Adhesive plaster, a sticking; a plaster containing resin, wax, litharge, and olive oil.

Propensity to form and maintain attachments to persons, and to promote social intercourse.

Containing counsel or warning; hortatory; advisory. [Obs.] Potter.

Pertaining to matters indifferent in faith and practice. Shipley.