| 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. |
Bedford1 (ˈbɛdfəd) ![]() | |
| —n | |
| 1. | a town in SE central England, in Bedfordshire, on the River Ouse; administrative centre of Bedford unitary authority. Pop: 82 488 (2001) |
| 2. | a unitary authority of SE central England. Pop: 154 900 (2007 est). Area: 480 sq km (185 sq miles) |
| 3. | short for Bedfordshire |