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chilblain |
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chilblain Pathol an inflammation of the fingers, toes, or ears, caused by prolonged exposure to moisture and cold How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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This is the wise waggish-will and good-will of my soul, that it CONCEALETH NOT its winters and glacial storms; it concealeth not its chilblains either. Unfortunately the Cat received a telegram which said that his first-born was suffering from chilblains and was on the point of death. Goddard's school was in high reputeand very deservedly; for Highbury was reckoned a particularly healthy spot: she had an ample house and garden, gave the children plenty of wholesome food, let them run about a great deal in the summer, and in winter dressed their chilblains with her own hands. |
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