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Healy Vocab
Dorris 31 - 63 and OConnor 1-20
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12th Grade
10/02/2011

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cleft
Definition
a space or opening made by cleavage
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organdy
Definition
a fine, thin cotton fabric usually having a durable crisp finish, white, dyed, or printed: used for blouses, dresses, curtains, trimmings, etc.
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rampaging
Definition
violent or excited behavior that is reckless, uncontrolled, or destructive.
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puny
Definition
real fuckin small
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recriminations
Definition
the act of bringing a countercharge against an accuser
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liniment
Definition
a liquid or semiliquid preparation for rubbing on or applying to the skin, as for sprains or bruises, usually soothing or counterirritating
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valise
Definition
suitcase
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eroded (erosion)
Definition
to eat away or into
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impended
Definition
to be imminent (about to happen)
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pang
Definition
a sudden feeling of mental or emotional distress or longing
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scythe
Definition
an agricultural implement consisting of a long, curving blade fastened at an angle to a handle, for cutting grass, grain, etc., by hand. aka, that thing the grim reaper carries around
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subside
Definition
to sink to a low or lower level
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solarium
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a glass-enclosed room, porch, or the like, exposed to the sun's rays, as at a seaside hotel or for convalescents in a hospital.
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commotion
Definition
violent or tumultuous motion; agitation; noisy disturbance
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abate
Definition
to reduce in amount, degree, intensity, etc.
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incrimination
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to accuse of or present proof of a crime or fault
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plait
Definition
a braid, especially of hair or straw
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appalled
Definition
to fill or overcome with horror, consternation
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vexation
Definition
the state of being annoyed or irritated
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hobbled
Definition
to walk lamely; limp
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laxity
Definition
teh state or quality of being loose
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beatification
Definition
the act of making more prettier
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indulgences
Definition
the act or practice of yielding to an inclination or desire. allowing onself to follow one's will
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taffeta
Definition
a medium-weight or light-weight fabric of acetate, nylon, rayon, or silk, usually smooth, crisp, and lustrous, plain-woven, and with a fine crosswise rib effect.
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bravado
Definition
a pretentious, swaggering display of courage
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absolution
Definition
act of absolving; a freeing from blame or guilt; release from consequences, obligations, or penalties.
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intercession
Definition
an interposing or pleading on behalf of another person
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distraught
Definition
distracted; deeply agitated
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allotted
Definition
to divide or distribute by share or portion; distribute or parcel out
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complicity
Definition
the state of being an accomplice
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audacity
Definition
boldness or daring, especially with confident or arrogant disregard for personal safety, conventional thought, or other restrictions.
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devout
Definition
devoted to divine worship or service; pious
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luminous
Definition
radiating or reflecting light; shining; bright
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asphyxiate
Definition
to cause a lack of air to get to the lungs
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sachet
Definition
a small bag, case, or pad containing perfuming powder or the like, placed among handkerchiefs, lingerie
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britches
Definition
pants? ill give you a hint. you've got sticky ones
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trellis
Definition
a frame or structure of latticework
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arbors
Definition
a leafy, shady recess formed by tree branches, shrubs
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gulch
Definition
a deep, narrow ravine, especially one marking the course of a stream or torrent.
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embossed
Definition
to raise or represent (surface designs) in relief
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terrectly
Definition
directly
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serene
Definition
calm, peaceful, or tranquil
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tier
Definition
one of a series of rows or ranks rising one behind or above another, as of seats in an amphitheater, boxes in a theater, guns in a man-of-war, or oars in an ancient galley.
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drowsily
Definition
half-asleep
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churn
Definition
a container or machine in which cream or milk is agitated to make butter.
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dolt
Definition
a dull, stupid person; blockhead
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fringed
Definition
a decorative border of thread, cord, or the like, usually hanging loosely from a raveled edge or separate strip
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indignation
Definition
strong displeasure at something considered unjust, offensive, insulting, or base
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desolate
Definition
barren or laid waste
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amble
Definition
to go at a slow, easy pace
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irked
Definition
to irritate, annoy, or exasperate
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roost
Definition
a perch upon which birds or fowls rest at night.
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ravenous
Definition
extremely hungry; famished; voracious
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