for sanssouci

[scottobear]

brasilein \bra*sil"e*in\, C16H12O5, to which brazilwood owes its dyeing properties. Brasque \Brasque\, n. [F.] (Metal.) A paste made by mixing powdered charcoal, coal, or coke with clay, molasses, tar, or other suitable substance. It is used for lining hearths, crucibles, etc. Called also steep.

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[ex-sanssouci422.livejournal.com]

Cool! That's easily the most obscure word I've seen this week.

Thanks Scotto! :)

Now if you'll pardon me, I have to go line my crucible...

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[scottobear.livejournal.com]

My pleasure... I wasn't going to say anything, but your crucible was neeting a new lining.