Glossary

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jars
Deep, wide-mouthed vessels used for holding a variety of substances, usually without handles and generally cylindrical, although sometimes made in other shapes. ILDC74.
jaundice
The yellow appearance of both the skin and ‘whites’ of the eyes that occurs when too many red blood cells are being broken down.
jewellery
Ornament such as a bracelet, necklace, and ring, of precious or semiprecious material worn or carried on the person for adornment; also includes similar articles worn or carried for devotional or mourning purposes.
jug
Vessels, generally made of earthenware, stoneware or porcelain and often of large capacity, which have a narrow neck and a handle (usually a vertical loop or scroll handle); may sometimes have a pouring lip
jugum penis
Forceps for temporarily compressing the penis.