Términos

Garments consisting of a cache-sexe and a narrow elasticated strip extending between the legs and buttocks to meet a waistband, and worn especially as an item of swimwear. For similar garments which leave the buttocks entirely uncovered, use 'G-strings'.

Pure metallic element having symbol TH and atomic number 90; a radioactive, soft, silvery metal most often extracted from the phosphate mineral, monazite. Use also for this metal as processed and formed, usually in combination with other substances, to make various objects and materials.

Roman pottery that has a fine, hard, thin fabric and is decorated with painted designs and distinctive wedge-shaped projections resembling thorns.

Breed of horse characterized by being tall, slim, most notably used for racing and jumping. It was developed in England; the origin may be traced back to records indicating that a stock of Arab and Barb horses was introduced into England as early as the 3rd century.

Designations for streets, highways, roads, or other thoroughfares, either proper names or numeric indicators.

Culture and nationality of ancient Thrace, which occupied territory now shared by Turkey, Southern Bulgaria, and the modern region of Thrace in Northeastern Greece.

Cards on which thread or yarn is wound for sale and for use, usually made from cardboard and decorated with advertising.

A silver object suspended from the girdle, like a chatelaine, used in 18th century Holland.

The three types of perspective found in Chinese landscape painting, comprising “level-distance,” “high distance,” and “deep distance.”

Chinese porcelain wares made in China during the T'ang dynasty (618-906 BCE) and later in the Ming and Ching dynasties (1368-1912). It is characterized by streaks and spots of three colors, typically dark blue, turquoise and aubergine.

Refers to formal attire, most often for men, typically consisting of three pieces made from matching or complimentary materials; a suit jacket, trousers, and a waistcoat/vest.

A photographic plate size, usually 5 1/2 x 7 1/8 inches.

Úsese para pósters de aproximadamente 41 x 81 pulgadas, que equivalen a tres de los carteles originales de una hoja.

Family of large wading birds.

Group containing around 26 species of medium-sized wading birds.

In saddlery, straps that pass under the horse's throat, securing the bridle in position.