used in

A small tile of glass, marble, or other substance, of various colors, used in making ornamental patterns in mosaic pavements.

lantern used in monasteries and night offices > the absconce.

n aromatic herb of temperate Eurasia and North Africa having a bitter taste used in making the liqueur absinthe n strong green liqueur flavored with wormwood and anise

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