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Vocab #5
Zither
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English
12th Grade
05/21/2012

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zither
Definition
musical instrument that has 30-40 strings and it's in the shape of a small box
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yew
Definition
ever green tree, used to make long bows
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yak
Definition
a large asian shaggy haired wild ox-like animal
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worm gear
Definition
changes direction of force (with a cog wheel)
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wombat
Definition
plant- eating Australian marsupial looks like a very large mouse
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winch
Definition
hauling or lifting device that uses a crank, rope, chain, winding around a wheel
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warming pan
Definition
a pan that can be placed under bed for warmth
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virginal
Definition
a small harpsichord-- legless piano
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valance
Definition
drapery
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tureen
Definition
deep serving dish with a cover
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triptych
Definition
a work of 3 paintings hinged together
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transom
Definition
a small hinged window above a door
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toucan
Definition
tropical colorful bird with a big beak
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topiary
Definition
shrubbery cut into shapes
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tonsure
Definition
bald spot on a monk's head
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sulky
Definition
1 person, 2 wheeled little cart used for racing
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stoop
Definition
little "front porch" made with steps (urban life)
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stile
Definition
steps to cross a fence = no animals escape
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sporran
Definition
pouch worn at front of kilt
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spinnaker
Definition
balloon like sail
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