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Apr 13, 2008 15:06

uræus: (n) A representation of the sacred asp, snake, or serpent, or of its head and neck, employed as an emblem of supreme power, sometimes specifically as worn on the headdress of ancient Egyptian divinities and sovereigns.

murex: (n) 1. Any of various predatory gastropod molluscs of the genus Murex or the family Muricidae, found in tropical and ( Read more... )

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desperance April 13 2008, 21:38:54 UTC
swage: (n)
2. The excrement of the otter.

Coo. Now I know two words for otter-poo. It'll always be spraints to me, though. And will always smell of violets, because I am a romantic.

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gwynraven April 13 2008, 22:29:20 UTC
I have to admit I have never had the opportunity to encounter otter-poo. I'm glad this excites you however :)

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