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The stipe when developed into an internode between calyx and corolla, as in the Pink family. Gray.

Flower bearing; supporting the flower.

A mineral of the hornblende group, of a yellowish gray or clove brown color. -- An`tho*phyl*lit"ic, a.

A description or definition contrary to that which is given by the adverse party. [R.]

The arrangement of flowers in a cluster; the science of the relative position of flowers; inflorescence.

The class of the Coelenterata which includes the corals and sea anemones. The three principal groups or orders are Acyonaria, Actinaria, and Madreporaria.

Pertaining to the Anthozoa. -- n.

Of or pertaining to the Anthozoa.

The part of a vacuum tube opposite the cathode. Upon it the cathode rays impinge.

A hypothetical earth counter to ours, or on the opposite side of the sun. Grote.

Having a natural contrariety; adverse; antipathetic. [Obs.] Beau. & Fl.

Of the nature of aphthæ; resembling thrush.

f letters, employed in spelling a word, but in the pronunciation having no sound. -- Aph*thon"gal, a.

Pertaining to, or caused by, aphthæ; characterized by aphtæ; as, aphthous ulcers; aphthous fever.

The science of aërolites.

g; hence, the efficient cause of a thing; a creator; an originator. Eternal King; thee, Author of all being. Milton.

A female author. Glover.

Of or pertaining to an author. "The authorial Hare.

Authoriship. [R.]

Having, or proceeding from, due authority; entitled to obedience, credit, or acceptance; determinate; commanding. The sacred functions of authoritative teaching. Barrow.