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Subdial

Subdial \Sub*di"al\, a. [L. subdialis in the open air.] Of or pertaining to the open air; being under the open sky. [R.]
--N. Bacon.

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subdial

Etymology 1 n. A secondary dial set into the face of a dial. Etymology 2

a. Of or relating to the open air; outdoor.