Nadir (n.) That point of the heavens, or lower hemisphere, directly opposite the zenith; the inferior pole of the horizon; the point of the celestial sphere directly under the place where we stand. Nadir (n.) The lowest point; the time of greatest depression. Naenia (n.) See Nenia. ...
) The red dusty hairs of the capsules of an East Indian tree (Mallotus Philippinensis) used for dyeing silk. It is violently emetic, and is used in the treatment of tapeworm. Kame (n.) A low ridge. Kami (n. pl.) A title given to the celestial gods of the first mythical dynasty ...