Defn: A disease which produces abortion in the fruit or seeds.
Henslow.
RACHITOME
Ra"chi*tome, n. Etym: [F., fr. Gr.
Defn: A dissecting instrument for opening the spinal canal. [Written also rachiotome.]
RACIAL
Ra"cial, a.
Defn: Of or pertaining to a race or family of men; as, the racial complexion.
RACILY
Ra"ci*ly, adv.
Defn: In a racy manner.
RACINESS
Ra"ci*ness, n.
Defn: The quality of being racy; peculiar and piquant flavor. The general characteristics of his [Cobbett's] style were perspicuity, unequaled and inimitable; . . . a purity always simple, and raciness often elegant. London Times.
RACING
Ra"cing,