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TERTIALS

\tˈɜːʃə͡lz], \tˈɜːʃə‍lz], \t_ˈɜː_ʃ_əl_z]\

Definitions of TERTIALS

1874 - Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language

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The third series of feathers in the wings of birds, being large feathers growing near the junction of the wing with the body.

1874 - Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language
By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H.

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