anaclastic

 [an-uh-klas-tik]  

an·a·clas·tic

   [an-uh-klas-tik]
adjective Optics. (formerly)
of or pertaining to refraction.
Origin:
1690–1700; < Greek anáklast(os) bent back (verbal adjective of anaklâ to refract, equivalent to ana- ana- + klân to break) + -ic
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Anaclastic is always a great word to know.
So is zedonk. Does it mean:
the offspring of a zebra and a donkey.
a calculus or concretion found in the stomach or intestines of certain animals, esp. ruminants, formerly reputed to be an effective remedy for poison.
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