DUKHOBORTSI
\dˈʌkhəbˌɔːtsi], \dˈʌkhəbˌɔːtsi], \d_ˈʌ_k_h_ə_b_ˌɔː_t_s_i]\
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A sect of Russian fanatics, remarkable for their fine form and vigorous constitution, which are said to be due to the fact that they destroy every delicate child. In 1842 and following years most of the sect were transported to the Caucasus.
By Daniel Lyons
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hydromorphic
- [Greek] Structurally adapted to an aquatic environment, as organs of water plants.
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