plural of calcedony

(historical, possibly dialectal) A weak cider made by steeping the refuse pomace in water; considered a drink for commoners, and traditionally often given to children.

(organic chemistry) The univalent radical derived from acrylic acid :- CH₂=CH-CO-

(Northern England) To bite gently, nibble. / (Northern England, of animals) To graze, crop; (of horses) to bite in play. / (Northern England) To pick or pick off (e.g. flowers, berries, etc.)