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Earth and Moon with dwarf planets. Scaled computer artwork of (from left) Earth, the Moon, Pluto and Ceres. The latter are two of the solar systems dwarf planets

Copy of the Imperial Standard Pound C016 / 2048
Copy of the Imperial Standard Pound. Parliamentary Copy number 5 (P.C.5) of the Imperial Standard Pound, dated 1879. The imperial system of weights and measures was established in 1824

The eñe
Rosana Laiz Blursbyai

Astounding Inefable
Rosana Laiz Blursbyai

Morriña definition
Rosana Laiz Blursbyai

Homebody definition
Rosana Laiz Blursbyai

Wanderlust definition typography art
Rosana Laiz Blursbyai

Querencia definition
Rosana Laiz Blursbyai

Flâneur definition
Rosana Laiz Blursbyai

Fika illustrated definition
Rosana Laiz Blursbyai

Solivagant definition typography art
Rosana Laiz Blursbyai

Cossor high vacuum cathode-ray tube for high definition television, 12.25 inches in diameter Date: 1937

Light Work
David Albutt

Vorfreude world map
Rosana Laiz Blursbyai

Fernweh world map
Rosana Laiz Blursbyai

Child's Head
A portrait painting study of a child's head, evidently wearing a blue outfit and hat, although lacking in definition. Date: circa 1916

Barclays Dictionary, word: Hercules (engraving)
5997757 Barclays Dictionary, word: Hercules (engraving) by Craig, William Marshall (fl.1788-1828) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hercules)

Barclays Dictionary, word: Wooer (engraving)
5997740 Barclays Dictionary, word: Wooer (engraving) by Craig, William Marshall (fl.1788-1828) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Wooer)

Votive Tablets (engraving)
3634614 Votive Tablets (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Votive Tablets. In all ages)

Phylactery (engraving)
3634599 Phylactery (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Phylactery. A phylactery is a band which was worn by the ancients, the Jews especially)

Phalerae (engraving)
3634597 Phalerae (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Phalerae. Round bosses of metal, to which pendants were sometimes attached)

Pantograph (engraving)
3634594 Pantograph (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Pantograph. An instrument by means of which drawings may be either enlarged)

Panel-picture (engraving)
3634593 Panel-picture (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Panel-picture. A name given to a picture painted not upon canvas but a piece of wood or panel)

Palla (engraving)
3634592 Palla (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Palla. A robe worn by Greek women and reaching from the neck to the feet)

Hippocentaur (engraving)
3634580 Hippocentaur (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hippocentaur. A monster half horse, half man)

Griffin (engraving)
3634573 Griffin (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Griffin. An imaginary animal with the head and wings of an eagle, and the body and feet of a lion)

Feretory (engraving)
3634560 Feretory (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Feretory. A shrine resembling a small coffin in form, in which the relics)

Cracowes (engraving)
3634548 Cracowes (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cracowes. Shoes with long toes, which generally turned upwards)

Buskin (engraving)
3634536 Buskin (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Buskin. A high boot made of leather and often elaborately ornamented)

Tassets (engraving)
3634608 Tassets (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Tassets. A name given to the plates of metal which, in a suit of armour)

Seal (engraving)
3634605 Seal (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Seal. A piece of metal or stone, circular, square, or oval, in which a design is hollowed out)

Rood (engraving)
3634602 Rood (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Rood. A representation of the Trinity, which in Catholic churches is placed over the altar screen)

Sconce (engraving)
3634601 Sconce (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sconce. An ornamental candlestick fixed to the wall by means of a bracket)

Flammeum (engraving)
3634564 Flammeum (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Flammeum. A long thick veil of a brilliant yellow or flame colour)

Endromis (engraving)
3634558 Endromis (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Endromis. A heavy, warm kind of garment)

Chamfron (engraving)
3634541 Chamfron (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Chamfron. A piece of armour generally of steel used to protect the head of a warhorse from the ears to)

Aegis (engraving)
3634523 Aegis (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Aegis. Originally a protection of goatskin worn by the early inhabitants of Greece)

Barclays Dictionary, word: Restive (engraving)
5997745 Barclays Dictionary, word: Restive (engraving) by Craig, William Marshall (fl.1788-1828) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Restive)

High definition television, scene from new opera, Mr Pickwick, with music by Albert Coates, produced by Vladimir Rosing, presented by Dallas Bower

High definition television, preparing for a boxing match at Baird Experimental Studios, prior to televising by the Intermediate-Film System

High definition television, a Spanish scene enacted in one of the Baird Experimental Studios, televising by the Intermediate-Film System Date: 1937

BBC Late Low Definition Television Control Room. On the right is the mirror-drum projection scanner, on the left are the two checking receivers

BBC Late Low Definition Television Studio looking towards the Control Room. The large black curtain screened the orchestra and their lights from the photo-electric cells

Comic postcard, Vicar and three boys - definition of a Protestant Date: 20th century

Head of Amenophis IV (Akhenaten) (c. 1364-47 BC) (stone)
XIR173208 Head of Amenophis IV (Akhenaten) (c.1364-47 BC) (stone) by Egyptian 18th Dynasty (c.1567-1320 BC); Luxor Museum of Ancient Art, Egypt; Egyptian, out of copyright

Barclays Dictionary, word: Top-heavy (engraving)
5997741 Barclays Dictionary, word: Top-heavy (engraving) by Craig, William Marshall (fl.1788-1828) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Top-heavy)

Sphyrelata (engraving)
3634606 Sphyrelata (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sphyrelata. A name given in Greek to all kinds of hammered metal-work)

Partizan (engraving)
3634595 Partizan (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Partizan. A long staff surmounted by a broad blade, somewhat resembling a spear-head)

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Exploring the vastness of our universe, we find definition in the celestial dance between Earth and Moon, accompanied by enigmatic dwarf planets. As we delve deeper into knowledge, we stumble upon intriguing symbols like the Copy of the Imperial Standard Pound C016 / 2048, reminding us of humanity's quest for precision. In a world filled with wanderlust and longing for distant lands, maps like Vorfreude and Fernweh offer glimpses into uncharted territories that ignite our curiosity. Language too holds immense power; from the elegant eñe to Querencia's profound sense of belonging, words shape our understanding of ourselves and others. Sometimes it is in simple pleasures that we discover true contentment – Fika illustrated definition captures those moments when coffee brings people together to savor life's little joys. Meanwhile, being a homebody finds its own charm as cozy spaces become sanctuaries where comfort reigns supreme. But let us not forget about embracing life's spontaneity – the flâneur definition reminds us to be observers of urban landscapes while finding beauty in unexpected encounters. And amidst all these definitions lies an ineffable wonder called Astounding Inefable - a reminder that some experiences are beyond words. Yet even as we venture outwards or yearn for new horizons, there exists Morriña – a bittersweet nostalgia for what was left behind. It serves as a gentle reminder that sometimes they can also anchor us to cherished memories. So let this collection of definitions serve as guideposts on our journey through life; may they inspire exploration, connection, self-discovery, and appreciation for both familiar comforts and unknown wonders.