Category: P

Pachak (n.) The fragrant roots of the Saussurea Costus, exported from India to China, and used for burning as incense…. read more Pachak

Pachalic (a. & n.) See Pashalic.

Parchesi (n.) A game, somewhat resembling backgammon, originating in India.

Pachy- () A combining form meaning thick; as, pachyderm, pachydactyl.

Pachonta (n.) A substance resembling gutta-percha, and used to adulterate it, obtained from the East Indian tree Isonandra acuminata.

Pachometer (n.) An instrument for measuring thickness, as of the glass of a mirror, or of paper; a pachymeter.

Pachydactyl (n.) A bird or other animal having thick toes.

Pachydactylous (a.) Having thick toes.

Pachycarpous (a.) Having the pericarp thick.

Pachydermal (a.) Of or relating to the pachyderms; as, pachydermal dentition.

Pachyderm (n.) One of the Pachydermata.

Pachydermata (n. pl.) A group of hoofed mammals distinguished for the thickness of their skins, including the elephant, hippopotamus, rhinoceros,… read more Pachydermata

Pachydermatous (a.) Of or pertaining to the pachyderms.

Pachydermoid (a.) Related to the pachyderms.

Pachydermatous (a.) Thick-skinned; not sensitive to ridicule.

Pachyglossal (a.) Having a thick tongue; — applied to a group of lizards (Pachyglossae), including the iguanas and agamas.

Pachymeningitis (n.) Inflammation of the dura mater or outer membrane of the brain.

Pachyote (n.) One of a family of bats, including those which have thick external ears.

Pachymeter (n.) Same as Pachometer.

Pacificator (n.) One who, or that which, pacifies; a peacemaker.