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02. Vocabulary List 3, 4, & 5
Theseus, Atalanta, & Pygmalion (from Heroes and Monsters of Greek Myth)
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09/08/2009

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grappling hooks
Definition
large iron hooks for grabbing and hanging on
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insolent
Definition
contemptuously rude
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squall
Definition
sudden, violent, brief storm
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ruff
Definition
fringe of hair or feathers around an animal's neck
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tunic
Definition
ancient knee-length garment
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thyme
Definition
cooking herb
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lithe
Definition
supple, graceful
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quarry
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prey
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taunt
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sarcastic challenge or insult
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parried
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ward off a blow
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pediment
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triangular gable - like decoration on a building
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spurned
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rejected
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fatal
Definition
causing death or ruin
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