stam′el, n. a kind of woollen cloth, dull red in colour: red colour.—adj. made of stammel, or like it in colour. [Earlier stamin—O. Fr. estamine—Low L. stamina—L. stamineus, stamen, a thread.]
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RE: Stammel
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RE: put-put
Put-put typically refers to a soft, repetitious sound or noise, often produced by a small engine or motor. The term is usually used to imitate or describe such sound. However, there seems to be a confusion with putt-putt, which is commonly known as a fun game, often referred to as mini-golf in some regions. Please confirm the context to provide the most accurate definition.
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RE: jack pine
A jack pine is a type of pine tree native to North America, scientifically known as Pinus banksiana. It typically grows in poor, sandy soils, and is characterized by its twisted, irregular growth pattern and needle-like leaves. Its cones usually stay closed for many years until a fire causes them to open and release the seeds. Jack pine is often used for timber and pulpwood. Its also a common choice for windbreaks or erosion control due to its toughness and resistance to harsh conditions.
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RE: Celerity
Celerity is the quality or state of being swift; rapidity or speed.
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RE: sublime porte
The monumental portal at the Ottoman palace where the supreme tribunals were held; became the surname of the first palace in Burssa (now Brussa), transferred to the even grander Topkapi palace after the capitals transfer to Istanbul (the former Byzantine imperial capital Constantinople)