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taas

nounnature

thin threadlike rootlet or streak

A thin, threadlike thing — especially a fine rootlet; by extension a narrow streak or ray of light, or a slim strap (as used for disciplining pupils).

Example in use

A seen a taas o licht ower da sea.

Pronunciation

Say it like this

/TAAS/

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Origin & context

scotsolderneutralalso: toes

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