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pica¹ Definition

pica (pī′kə)

noun

  1. a size of type, 12 point
  2. the height of this type, about inch: used as a typographical unit of measure
  3. a size of type for typewriters, measuring 10 characters to the linear inch

Etymology: < ? ML(Ec), a directory, church manual (see pie): ? in reference to type used in printing it

pica² Definition

pica (pī′kə)

noun

an abnormal craving to eat substances not fit for food, as clay or paint

Etymology: ModL < L, magpie: see pie

pica Usage Examples

Converse of object

  • emphasize: HQ emphasized pica * When mode 1 is selected the prestige font is used.
  • call: In children, severe iron deficiency may lead them to eat dirt ( a condition called pica ).

Modifies a noun

  • sulfate: Also, does anyone have experience with the use of pica sulfate?
  • rash: They are activated by touch, leaving the person with the pica pica rash.
  • font: Select pica font sets pica font ( 10cpi ).

Browse dictionary entries near pica

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  5. ‹ piazza
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  7. ‹ piastre
  8. ‹ piaster
  9. ‹ piassava
  10. ‹ pianos
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