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Words, grammatical forms and meanings linked to the ontology.

Vesuvian en · ADJ

Etymology

From Vesuvius + -an.

Meanings

  1. Of or relating to Mount Vesuvius.

Forms

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most Vesuvian Degree=Sup lexicographic
more Vesuvian Degree=Cmp lexicographic

Deriveds

vesuvianite

Vesuvian en · NOUN

Etymology

From Vesuvius + -an.

Meanings

  1. One who inhabits the area around Mount Vesuvius.
  2. (historical) Synonym of fusee, a slow-burning match for lighting cigars, pipes, etc.

Forms

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Vesuvians Number=Plur lexicographic
vesuvian alternative lexicographic

Synonyms

fusee