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Friday, 13 January 2012

Entry:   cirri (n.)

Definition:    Not found in the OED, but presumably from cirrus: A form of cloud, generally at a high elevation, presenting the appearance of diverging filaments or wisps, often resembling a curl or lock of hair or wool.


Other:   Not to be confused with Siri

SNOOT score:  2

Page:  15

Source:  Oxford English Dictionary

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