Emily Dickinson Lexicon
Definition for CA-LOR'IC
CA-LOR'IC, n. [L. calor, heat.]
The principle or matter of heat, or the simple element of heat. – Lavoisier. Caloric may be defined, the agent to which the phenomena of heat and combustion are ascribed. – Ure. Caloric expands all bodies. – Henry.
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