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Title

vocab week 1

Description

first 20 words

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Subject

English

Level

8th Grade

Created

11/05/2008

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Term

adage

Definition

(n.) a proverb, wise saying

Term

bonanza

Definition

(n.) a rich mass of ore in a mine; something very valuable, profitable, or rewarding; a source of wealth or prosperity; a very large amount

Term

churlish

Definition

(adj.) lacking politeness or good manners; lacking sensitivity; difficult to work with or deal with; rude

Term

citadel

Definition

(n.) a fortress that overlooks and protects a city; any strong or commanding place