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9th Grade
10/24/2010

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zenith
Definition
point directly above the observer
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reproach
Definition
address in such a way as to express disapproval or disappointment
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bellwether
Definition
the leading sheep of a flock, with a bell on its neck; an indicator or predictor of something
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hue
Definition
a color or a shade; aspect
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breach
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an act of breaking or failing to observe a law, agreement, or code of conduct
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cairn
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a pile of stones built as a memorial or landmark
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felicity
Definition
intense happiness
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avow
Definition
assert or confess openly
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defenestration
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the act of throwing someone or something out a window
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sentinel
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a soldier or guard whose job it is to stand and keep watch
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pious
Definition
devoutly religious
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prow
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the portion of a ships bow above the water
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skiff
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a shallow, flat-bottomed, open boat with a sharp bow and square stern
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intransigent
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unwilling to change one's views or agree about
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veil
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a thing that conceals, disguises or obscures something
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vanquish
Definition
defeat thoroughly
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