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Webster 1828 Edition


Caracol

CARACOL

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Noun.
1.
In the manege, a semi-round, or half turn which a horseman makes, either to the right or left. In the army, the cavalry make a caracol after each discharge, in order to pass to the rear of the squadron.
2.
In architecture, a staircase in a helix or spiral form.

CARACOL

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Verb.
I.
To move in a caracol; to wheel.