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Whip :: Whip (v. t.) To sew lightly; specifically, to form (a fabric) into gathers by loosely overcasting the rolled edge and drawing up the thread; as, to whip a ruffle..

Lightly :: Lightly (adv.) Without dejection; cheerfully.

Crystal :: Crystal (n.) The material of quartz, in crystallization transparent or nearly so, and either colorless or slightly tinged with gray, or the like; -- called also rock crystal. Ornamental vessels are made of it. Cf. Smoky quartz, Pebble; also Brazilian pebble, under Brazilian..

Rideau :: Rideau (n.) A small mound of earth; ground slightly elevated; a small ridge.

Spital :: Spit (v. i.) To rain or snow slightly, or with sprinkles..

Dais :: Dais (n.) A platform slightly raised above the floor of a hall or large room, giving distinction to the table and seats placed upon it for the chief guests..

Skip :: Skip (v. t.) To leap lightly over; as, to skip the rope..

Skim :: Skim (v. i.) To pass lightly; to glide along in an even, smooth course; to glide along near the surface..

Rove :: Rove (v. t.) To twist slightly; to bring together, as slivers of wool or cotton, and twist slightly before spinning..

Joggle :: "Joggle (v. t.) To shake slightly; to push suddenly but slightly, so as to cause to shake or totter; to jostle; to jog..

Little :: Little (adv.) In a small quantity or degree; not much; slightly; somewhat; -- often with a preceding it.

Viridescent :: Viridescent (a.) Slightly green; greenish.

Dabbler :: Dabbler (n.) One who dips slightly into anything; a superficial meddler.

Repand :: Repand (a.) Having a slightly undulating margin; -- said of leaves.

Sauter :: Sauter (v. t.) To fry lightly and quickly, as meat, by turning or tossing it over frequently in a hot pan greased with a little fat..

Prattle :: Prattle (v. i.) To talk much and idly; to prate; hence, to talk lightly and artlessly, like a child; to utter child's talk..

Subterete :: Subtepid (a.) Slightly tepid.

Ajar :: Ajar (adv.) Slightly turned or opened; as, the door was standing ajar..

Strike :: Strike (v. t.) To stroke or pass lightly; to wave.

Snick :: Snick (v. t.) To hit (a ball) lightly.

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