Definition of pean

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Pean (n.) A song of praise and triumph. See Paean.

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Skeelgoose :: Skeelgoose (n.) The common European sheldrake.
Rockrose :: Rockrose (n.) A name given to any species of the genus Helianthemum, low shrubs or herbs with yellow flowers, especially the European H. vulgare and the American frostweed, H. Canadense..
Woodroof :: Woodroof (n.) A little European herb (Asperula odorata) having a pleasant taste. It is sometimes used for flavoring wine. See Illust. of Whorl.
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