parchment-like

Translations

parchment-like

[ˈpɑːtʃməntˌlaɪk] ADJ → apergaminado

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As this glad ship of good luck bore down upon the moody Pequod, the barbarian sound of enormous drums came from her forecastle; and drawing still nearer, a crowd of her men were seen standing round her huge try-pots, which, covered with the parchment-like poke or stomach skin of the black fish, gave forth a loud roar to every stroke of the clenched hands of the crew.

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Might I suggest you offer reprints on a parchment-like paper for a nominal price, perhaps even with art optional frame for an additional price?

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The subtle veining and white of the stone make the panels look extremely delicate, parchment-like, with an aura of fragility much like stained glass.