Clo″ven (?), p. p. & a. from Cleave, v. t.
To show the cloven footorhoof, to reveal a devilish character, or betray an evil purpose, notwithstanding disguises, — Satan being represented dramatically and symbolically as having cloven hoofs.
Webster's Dictionary 1913
Clo″ven (?), p. p. & a. from Cleave, v. t.
To show the cloven footorhoof, to reveal a devilish character, or betray an evil purpose, notwithstanding disguises, — Satan being represented dramatically and symbolically as having cloven hoofs.