| theological | Of or pertaining to theology, or the science of God and of divine things; as, a theological treatise. Theolog"ically. Origin: L. Theologicus, Gr., cf. F. Theologique. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998) |
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| irish | Of or pertaining to Ireland or to its inhabitants; produced in Ireland. Irish elk. <zoology> See Elk. Irish moss. <botany> The head of a sail tied up. Irish stew, meat, potatoes, and onions, cut in small pieces and stewed. Origin: AS. Risc, fr. Ras the Irish. Cf. Aryan, Erse. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998) |
| Irish moss | Synonym: cartilage. 2. The plant Chondrus crispus, Fucus crispus, or Gigartina mamillosa (family Gigartinaceae); a demulcent in chronic and intestinal disorders. Synonym: carrageen, carragheen, Irish moss, pearl moss. Origin: G. Chondros, gristle (05 Mar 2000) |
| Irish moss gelatin | Gelatin extracted from Irish moss; used to make the mucilage of Irish moss that is used as a substitute for gum arabic in making emulsions. (05 Mar 2000) |