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Definition or meaning of the English word Vein
Peculiar temper or temperament; tendency or turn of mind; a particular disposition or cast of genius; humor; strain; quality; also; manner of speech or action; as; a rich vein of humor; a satirical vein. (n.). One of the vessels which carry blood; either venous or arterial; to the heart. See Artery. (n.). One of the similar branches of the framework of a leaf. (n.). One of the ribs or nervures of the wings of insects. See Venation. (n.). A narrow mass of rock intersecting other rocks; and filling inclined or vertical fissures not corresponding with the stratification; a lode; a dike; -- often limited; in the language of miners; to a mineral vein or lode; that is; to a vein which contains (n.). A fissure; cleft; or cavity; as in the earth or other substance. (n.). A streak or wave of different color; appearing in wood; and in marble and other stones; variegation. (n.). A train of association; thoughts; emotions; or the like; a current; a course. (n.). To form or mark with veins; to fill or cover with veins. (v. t.). |
