HELCYDRION
\hɛlsˈɪdɹi͡ən], \hɛlsˈɪdɹiən], \h_ɛ_l_s_ˈɪ_d_ɹ_iə_n]\
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A small ulcer, a superficial ulceration of the cornea.-Galen, Paulus, Foesius.
By Robley Dunglison
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Snake's-head
- Guinea-hen flower; -- so called in England because its spotted petals resemble the scales of a snake's head.