plural of common glow-worm

A mourning costume less than deep or full mourning, worn somewhat later after the death.

(dated) A kind of motor speed controller permitting gradual variation in speed, and reversal. It is especially suitable for use with motor-driven machine tools.

A length of some object. / One of the parts into which any body naturally separates or is divided; a part divided or cut off; a section; a portion.