n. (Zool.) The redshank; -- so called from its note. [ Prov. Eng. ] [ 1913 Webster ]
n. [ L. pellicula, dim. of pellis skin: cf. F. pellicule. ] 1. A thin skin or film. [ 1913 Webster ]
2. (Chem.) A thin film formed on the surface of an evaporating solution. [ 1913 Webster ]