KERITE
\kˈɛɹa͡ɪt], \kˈɛɹaɪt], \k_ˈɛ_ɹ_aɪ_t]\
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A compound in which tar or asphaltum combined with animal or vegetable oils is vulcanized by sulphur, the product closely resembling rubber; - used principally as an insulating material in telegraphy.
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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.