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shoestring [shü‚striŋ] (geology) A long, relatively straight and narrow sedimentary body having a width/thickness ratio of less than 5:1, usually 1:1. 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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| Consistently refusing to give the promise of submission and abstention from preaching which at any time would have secured his release, he continued in prison for twelve years, not suffering particular discomfort and working for the support of his family by fastening the ends onto shoestrings. To get his shoestrings he speculates in herds of cattle. |
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