The site was down last night, but even so I've not gotten any new def.'s, so here goes!

a.) A very rare orchid of the phalareopsis family, having three
petaled flowers with the middle petal enlarged into a lip, and
differing from the others in shape and color. Found chiefly
in the mountain heights of the Philippines.

b.) a small but ornately decorated metal disc, to be attached to the glove (gauntlet) protecting the sword-wielding hand

c.) a string instrument where strings are pulled by a built in wheel that is turned by means of a handle. First images date from the 13th century.

d.) A cross between a moonflower and a dandylion, giving a yellow flower that blooms in the night

e.) Seasoned gay male on the hunt for tender game. A male cougar.

f.) A large bronze disc with inscribed Linear A characters.

g.) a loose outer garment worn e.g. by soldiers over their armour (also mandilion) (hist); (with cap) the name of a cloth supposed to bear the imprint of the face of Jesus


Let's say...votes in by evening of the 25th., EST, USA.