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novercal
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novercal, a. [L. novennis of nine years; novem nine + annus year.].
Done or recurring every ninth year. [1913 Webster]
novercal, a. [L. novercalis, from noverca a stepmother.].
Of or pertaining to a stepmother; suitable to, or in the manner of, a stepmother. Derham. [1913 Webster]
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