| Goulards extract |
|
An aqueous solution of the subacetate of lead, used
as a lotion in cases of inflammation. Goulard's cerate is a cerate
containing this extract. |
| Gour |
n. |
A fire worshiper; a Gheber or Gueber. |
| Gour |
n. |
See Koulan. |
| Goura |
n. |
One of several species of large, crested ground pigeons of
the genus Goura, inhabiting New Guinea and adjacent islands. The Queen
Victoria pigeon (Goura Victoria) and the crowned pigeon (G. coronata)
are among the beat known species. |
| Gourami |
n. |
A very largo East Indian freshwater fish (Osphromenus
gorami), extensively reared in artificial ponds in tropical countries,
and highly valued as a food fish. Many unsuccessful efforts have been
made to introduce it into Southern Europe. |
