moorish

Even ordinary high pasture lands, in Scotland, if left long untilled, become of "moorish" quality, or acquire a thin layer of peaty covering over the surface of the original earthy soil.

Agricultural, Geological, and Descriptive Sketches of Lower North Carolina, and the Similar Adjacent Lands 1861

April 11, 2010 at 3:57 pm we still has a little like it in owr lawndry room, is on the list to be replaced. dis place wuz decked owt like a 1970s moorish castle wen we bought it. right down to teh giant avocado-green flocked wallpaper peacokk on teh living room wall. *blarg*

Me and my bed, you and your jeans. - Lolcats 'n' Funny Pictures of Cats - I Can Has Cheezburger? 2010

Let's see if we can find a moorish-style castle for Son of the Pink Panther and I'll make a contribution towards supporting kids in Jordan.

Richard Walden: Blake Edwards Was the Real Deal for Operation USA Richard Walden 2010

Its wooden, moorish-looking nineteenth century kiosk, has the half-moon of Islam, Star of David and some Roman bells decorating it, presumably symbolizing the union of civilizations.

South from Zacatecas: La Quemada archaeological site and Jerez, an undiscovered colonial gem 2008

Clearly, its inhabitants knew no more of moorish palaces and peacock-patrolled gardens than did Jon-Tom.

A Corridor in the Asylum 2010

Its wooden, moorish-looking nineteenth century kiosk, has the half-moon of Islam, Star of David and some Roman bells decorating it, presumably symbolizing the union of civilizations.

South from Zacatecas: La Quemada archaeological site and Jerez, an undiscovered colonial gem 2008

Let's see if we can find a moorish-style castle for Son of the Pink Panther and I'll make a contribution towards supporting kids in Jordan.

Richard Walden: Blake Edwards Was the Real Deal for Operation USA Richard Walden 2010

Its wooden, moorish-looking nineteenth century kiosk, has the half-moon of Islam, Star of David and some Roman bells decorating it, presumably symbolizing the union of civilizations.

South from Zacatecas: La Quemada archaeological site and Jerez, an undiscovered colonial gem 2008

Miracle Mile is overrated--mostly bridal shops and antiques, but the residential neighborhood surrounding the Biltmore is simply incredible with its Spanish and moorish architecture--especially Columbus Street.

What's good in Miami? Ann Althouse 2009

I was told that Black Peter represented several moorish children that St Nicolas saved from starvation St Nicolas is Turkish, BTW, and so they help him distribute gifts to all good kids in thanks.

Christmas in July: Going Dutch Jen 2009