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   Cist (?), n. [L. cista box, chest, Gr.  Cf. Chest.]
   
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   1. (Antiq.) A box or chest. Specifically: (a) A bronze receptacle, round or oval, frequently decorated with engravings on the sides and cover, and with feet, handles, etc., of decorative castings. (b) A cinerary urn. See Illustration in Appendix.
   
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   2. See Cyst.
   
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