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Half-mast vs. half-staff Definition of mast - a tall upright post, spar, or other structure on a ship or boat, in sailing vessels generally carrying a sail or sails. Definition of mast - a tall upright post, spar, or other structure on a ship or boat, in sailing vessels generally carrying a sail or sails. dictionary thesaurus
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ship Definition of ship 1 a: a large seagoing vessel b: a sailing vessel having a bowsprit and usually three masts each composed of a lower mast, a topmast, and a topgallant mast
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- A Mastiff is a mammoth, symmetrically shaped dog with a powerful frame. He has a large, square head with a broad, wrinkly forehead and a short black muzzle. A Mastiff is a mammoth, symmetrically shaped dog with a powerful frame.
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Definition of 'mast' mast. 1  a tall spar or, now often, a hollow metal structure, sometimes in sections, rising vertically from the keel or deck of a vessel and used to support the sails, yards, radar and radio equipment, etc. 2  a specified section of this: the topmast. 3  any vertical pole, as in a crane or derrick.
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A Respected Mastiff breeder answers most-asked questions about the mighty Mastiff with warm humor and tons of Mastiff photos! A Mastiff is a giant breed of dog, descended from the ancient Alaunt and Molosser. Today, mastiff is used to describe many different breeds around the world, all descended from the same root stock.
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- Define mastectomy. mastectomy synonyms, mastectomy pronunciation, mastectomy translation, English dictionary definition of mastectomy. n. pl. mas·tec·to·mies Surgical removal of all or part of a breast, sometimes including excision of the underlying pectoral muscles, associated skin, and...
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- The Mastiff is a large, massive, symmetrical dog with a well-knit frame. The impression is one of grandeur and dignity.Dogs are more massive throughout. Bitches should not be faulted for being somewhat smaller in all dimensions while maintaining a proportionally powerful structure.he breed's short coat needs little maintenance beyond regular weekly grooming with a brush and the occasional bath. Exercise They are destined to be very large dogs, so basic obedience training should be a part of every Mastiff's upbringing.
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Masturbation Masturbation is an aspect of childhood sexuality that parents find hard to re­spond to comfortably and appropriately. Part of the difficulty may be the need to acknowledge that children are sexual beings. The misunderstandings and secrecy about masturbation add to parent and child discomfort. By definition, masturbation is self-stimulation of the genitals. It is done by both boys and girls and is normal behavior.
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- The situation of the sails, when their surfaces are pressed aft against the mast by the force of the wind. Abaft. The hinder part of a ship, or towards the stern. It also signifies farther aft or nearer to the stern; as, the barricade stands ABAFT the main-mast; that is, nearer to the stern.
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- Definition of mountain. 1  1a : a landmass that projects conspicuously above its surroundings and is higher than a hill The sun set behind the mountains.b : an elongated ridge. 2  2a : a great mass a mountain of a man — E. K. Brownb : a vast number or quantity a mountain of mail a mountain of debt.
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mastoid Definition of MASTOID. 1. : being the process of the temporal bone behind the ear; also: being any of several bony elements that occupy a similar position in the skull of lower vertebrates. 2.
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mastalgia mastalgia. [ 1 mastal′jə] 2  pain in the breast caused by congestion or caking during lactation, an infection, or fibrocystic disease, especially during or before menstruation, or by advanced cancer. The early stages of breast cancer are rarely accompanied by pain.
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- To masturbate is defined as to touch ones self in a sexual manner. An example of masturbate is for a person to touch his sexual parts for pleasure. YourDictionary definition and usage example. masturbate.
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beam (bēm) n. 1. A squared-off log or a large, oblong piece of timber, metal, or stone used especially as a horizontal support in construction. 2. Nautical. a. A transverse structural member of a ship's frame, used to support a deck and to brace the sides against stress. b. The breadth of a ship at the widest point.
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Radio masts and towers The terms mast and tower are often used interchangeably. However, in structural engineering terms, a tower is a self-supporting or cantilevered structure, while a mast is held up by stays or guys. Broadcast engineers in the UK use the same terminology.
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Mastication Temperomandibular Joint (dog) - Copyright RVC. Mastication is the process whereby food is broken down by mechanical digestion in the oral cavity. The cheeks and tongue function to position food over the teeth, where grinding can occur. Mastication requires correct muscle movements and jaw articulation. Rumination allows food to undergo mastication more than once.
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Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton Request Mast The Request Mast is the official recognized means to preserve the right of all Marines to directly communicate grievances to, or seek assistance from, their Commanding Officers as exercised through the formal process of Request Mast. Request Mast as established in U.S. Navy Regulations (Arts. 0820c and 1151.1) and the Marine Corps Manual (par 2805) includes both the right of the Marine to communicate with the commander, normally in person, and the requirement that the commander consider the ...
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- General Appearance The Mastiff is a large, massive, symmetrical dog with a well-knit frame. The impression is one of grandeur and dignity. Dogs are more massive throughout. Bitches should not be faulted for being somewhat smaller in all dimensions while maintaining a proportionally powerful structure.
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Mastocytosis: What It Is and How It's Diagnosed and Treated Mastocytosis (say “mas-toe-sigh-toe-sis”) is a rare disease of the skin (the most common form), or of other parts of the body (very rare), like the stomach, the intestines and the bone marrow. It's caused by having too many mast cells. Mast cells are a kind of blood cell. Mastocytosis can occur at any age.astocytosis (say “mas-toe-sigh-toe-sis”) is a rare disease of the skin (the most common form), or of other parts of the body (very rare), like the stomach, the intestines and the bone marrow. It's caused by having too many mast cells. Mast cells are a kind of blood cell. Mastocytosis can occur at any age.
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Radio masts and towers A mast radiator is a radio tower or mast in which the whole structure works as an antenna. It is used frequently as a transmitting antenna for long or medium wave broadcasting. Structurally, the only difference is that a mast radiator may be supported on an insulator at its base. In the case of a tower, there will be one insulator supporting each leg.
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pillar pillar. 1  a long, slender, vertical structure used to support a superstructure; column. 2  such a column standing alone as a monument. 3  anything like a pillar in form or function, as a formation of ore left standing as a support in a mine. 4  a person who is a main support of an institution, movement, etc.
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- The Mastiff is a large, massive, symmetrical dog with a well-knit frame. The impression is one of grandeur and dignity. Dogs are more massive throughout. Bitches should not be faulted for being somewhat smaller in all dimensions while maintaining a proportionally powerful structure.
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- Helen A. Swartz, Ph.D, State Sheep, Goat and Small Livestock Specialist. DEFINITION. Mastitis is defined as an inflammation of the mammary gland or udder of the ewe. The term mastitis is from the Greek word mastos, for breast, and itis, for inflammation of. The response to injury to the udder of sheep is called inflammation.
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Mast cell Mast cell. Mast cell, tissue cell of the immune system of vertebrate animals. Mast cells mediate inflammatory responses such as hypersensitivity and allergic reactions. They are scattered throughout the connective tissues of the body, especially beneath the surface of the skin, near blood vessels and lymphatic vessels, within nerves, throughout the respiratory system, and in the digestive and urinary tracts.
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- Mast cell: A granulocyte found in connective tissue whose normal function is unknown but that is frequently injured during allergic reactions. When a mast cell is injured, it releases strong chemicals, including histamine, into the tissues and blood.
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The Good, The Bad & The Ugly What Are Mast Cells? Mast cells are master regulators of the immune system. They come from bone marrow and go into all tissues of the body. Each mast cell contains secretory granules (storage sacs), each containing powerful biologically active molecules called mediators.