ACROTICA
\akɹˈɒtɪkə], \akɹˈɒtɪkə], \a_k_ɹ_ˈɒ_t_ɪ_k_ə]\
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Diseases affecting the excernent functions of the external surface of the body. Pravity of the fluids or emunctories that open on the external surface; without fever or other internal affection as a necessary accompaniment. The 3d order of the class Eccrit'ica of Good.
By Robley Dunglison
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Snake's-head
- Guinea-hen flower; -- so called in England because its spotted petals resemble the scales of a snake's head.