A hardened area of the skin (especially on the foot or hand) caused by repeated friction, wear or use.
A shining area on the frons of many species of Tabanomorpha (horse flies and relatives).
The material of repair in fractures of bone; a substance exuded at the site of fracture, which is at first soft or cartilaginous in consistency, but is ultimately converted into true bone and unites the fragments into a single piece.
The new formation over the end of a cutting, before it puts out rootlets.
To form such hardened tissue.
A surface cut or abrasion.
A line drawn on the ground, as one used in playing hopscotch.
Scotch tape
A block for a wheel or other round object; a chock, wedge, prop, or other support, to prevent slipping.
To debunk or discredit an idea or rumor.
To beat yarn in order to break up slugs and align the threads.
To rape.
To prevent (something) from being successful.
To dress (stone) with a pick or pointed instrument.
To block a wheel or other round object.
To cut or score; to wound superficially.