A mortise passing only partly through the timber in which it is formed.

(US) Of crops, having been killed by winter weather.

(meteorology) a cloud species which consists of a veil of cloud, showing no distinct details. Associated with cirrostratus, and stratus genera.

(UK dialectal) To cry out; make a loud, unpleasant noise; shriek; yell. / (UK dialectal) To scold; grumble.