English English Dictionary

Free from taxation.

Same as Taxonomy.

Pertaining to, or involving, taxonomy, or the laws and principles of classification; classificatory.

One skilled in taxonomy.

That division of the natural sciences which treats of the classification of animals and plants; the laws or principles of classification.

Same as Taxer, n., 2.

One who is assessed and pays a tax.

A South American carnivore (Galera barbara) allied to the grison. The tail is long and thick. The length, including the tail, is about three feet.

The teasel.

An ornamental cup or vase with a large, flat, shallow bowl, resting on a pedestal and often having handles.

The quinnat salmon.

An ancient and celebrated Christian hymn, of uncertain authorship, but often ascribed to St. Ambrose; -- so called from the first words "Te Deum laudamus." It forms part of the daily matins of the Roman Catholic breviary, and is sung on all occasions of thanksgiving. In its English form, commencing with words, "We praise thee, O God," it forms a part of the regular morning service of the Church of England and the Protestant Episcopal Church in America.

A religious service in which the singing of the hymn forms a principal part.

A tittering laugh; a titter.

To titter; to laugh derisively.

The prepared leaves of a shrub, or small tree (Thea, / Camellia, Chinensis). The shrub is a native of China, but has been introduced to some extent into some other countries.

A decoction or infusion of tea leaves in boiling water; as, tea is a common beverage.

Any infusion or decoction, especially when made of the dried leaves of plants; as, sage tea; chamomile tea; catnip tea.

The evening meal, at which tea is usually served; supper.

To take or drink tea.