Phrase guide
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noun
The Julian calendar system, especially with reference to Russia, where it continued to be used until the early 20th century.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: historical, uncountable
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Synonyms: none provided
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noun
A dating system in which March 25 is the New Year's Day.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: historical, uncountable
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noun
a typeface (based on an 18th century design) distinguished by irregularity and slanted ascender serifs and little contrast between light and heavy strokes
Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0
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Synonyms: old style font
Antonyms: modern
Broader terms: proportional font
History
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