Mama-quilla, Peruv. One of the divisions of the temple of the Sun, Inti (q.v.); so called because it was dedicated to the moon, Mama-quilla.
Mamillare, R. (mamilla, the breast). (1) A broad band made of soft leather, a kind of small stays, used by the Roman ladies to support the breasts. (2) In Mediæval Latin, circular plates on the surcoat with rings from which two chains depended, one of which was attached to the sword and the other to the sheath. The fashion was introduced under Edward I., and continued until Henry V.
Mancop Oly, Dutch. Poppy oil, “a very white oil used by the painters in the Netherlands, who execute delicate works requiring lively colours, such as the vases of flowers of De Ghein, &c.” (Eastlake.)
Mandorla, Chr. (lit. an almond). (See Aureole and Vesica Piscis.)
Mandra, Chr. (lit. a fold). A favourite appellation for monastic establishments in the East.
Manducus, R. (mando, to chew). A comic masked character, distinguished by his ugliness and voracity (whence his name). (See Persona.)
Mandyas, Chr. In the Greek Church, an outer garment worn by monks. It is a long cloak, reaching almost to the feet, and fastened at the throat. It is originally a Persian dress, and is frequently mentioned as worn by emperors and kings.
Manefaire, O. E. A covering of armour for a horse’s mane.
Manes, R. The shades of the dead. (See Lemures.)
Manganese Brown. A rich semi-opaque brown pigment, permanent and drying well. (See Cappagh.)