A striped racer, also known as the California whipsnake, is a species of non-venomous snake native to the coast and foothills of California. It is a long, slender, and fast-moving snake, identified by its distinctive stripes running down the length of its body. They primarily feed on lizards and small rodents. The scientific name for this species is Masticophis lateralis.
Mordant
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Any substance, as alum or copperas, which, having a
twofold attraction for organic fibers and coloring matter, serves as a
bond of union, and thus gives fixity to, or bites in, the dyes.
Mordant meaning & definition 1 of Mordant.
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[caustic]; [biting]; [sarcastic].
Mordant meaning & definition 2 of Mordant.
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(especially of humour) having or showing a sharp or critical quality; biting.
Mordant meaning & definition 3 of Mordant.
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