anastasis

 [uh-nas-tuh-sis]  

a·nas·ta·sis

   [uh-nas-tuh-sis]
noun, plural a·nas·ta·ses  [-seez] .
a representation, in Byzantine art, of Christ harrowing hell.
Origin:
< Greek anástasis a raising up, removal. See ana-, stasis
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Anastasis is always a great word to know.
So is callithumpian. Does it mean:
a calculus or concretion found in the stomach or intestines of certain animals, esp. ruminants, formerly reputed to be an effective remedy for poison.
a children's mummer's parade, as on the Fourth of July, with prizes for the best costumes.
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