n. [ Aldehyde + the ending -ine. The -n- is a euphonic insertion. ] (Chem.) one of the natural
a. [ L. balanus acorn + -ferous. ] Bearing or producing acorns. [ 1913 Webster ]
n. [ L. balanus acorn: cf. F. balanite. ] (Paleon.) A fossil balanoid shell. [ 1913 Webster ]