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Record 1 2010-09-07

English

Subject field(s)
  • Handwriting Analysis and Cryptography
CONT

During the smooth sequence of movements the writing tool was pressed against the surface or lifted from it, thereby generating the strokes that make up the letter. The sequential pattern of movements is called ductus, and it defines a characteristic topological structure for each letter of the alphabet.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Graphologie et cryptographie
DEF

En calligraphie [...] ordre précis des traits et des mouvements successifs de la main du copiste pour réaliser les différentes séquences du tracé complet de chaque lettre.

Spanish

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Record 2 2005-08-08

English

Subject field(s)
  • Morphology and General Physiology
DEF

A general term for a passage with well-defined walls, especially such a channel for the passage of excretions or secretions.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Morphologie et physiologie générale
DEF

Formation tubulaire possédant une paroi propre et destinée, [entre autres] à l'écoulement des sécrétions glandulaires.

Spanish

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