having an irregular pattern from the grain of a tree burl{2}, or one resembling such a pattern, in comparison to the normal timber whole grain comprising synchronous or concentric outlines; -- of timber.
having an irregular structure through the whole grain of a tree burl{2}, or one resembling these types of a pattern, contrary to the regular timber grain consisting of synchronous or concentric outlines; -- of wood.
(of timber) have a pattern through the whole grain of a tree burl
(of lumber) have a pattern from whole grain of a tree burl
A theory or system of social reform which contemplates a complete reconstruction of society with a more just and equitable distribution of property and labor In popular usage the term is often employed to indicate any lawless revolutionary social scheme See Communism Fourierism Saint Simonianism forms of socialism...
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