SUBERITE

Su"ber*ite, n. Etym: [L. suber the cork tree.] (Zoöl.)

Definition: Any sponge of the genus Suberites and allied genera. These sponges have a fine and compact texture, and contain minute siliceous spicules.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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AMATORY

(adjective) expressive of or exciting sexual love or romance; “her amatory affairs”; “amorous glances”; “a romantic adventure”; “a romantic moonlight ride”


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