Chapter 14
-ferret-a domesticated, usually red-eyed, and albinic variety of the polecat, used in europe fordriving rabbits and rats from their burrows.
-scotch- to put a definite end to; crush; stamp out; foil: to scotch a rumor; to scotch a plan.
-Vouch- to support as being true, certain, reliable, etc. (usually followed by for ): Her record inoffice vouches for her integrity.
-Tapestry-a fabric consisting of a warp upon which colored threads are woven by hand toproduce a design, often pictorial, used for wall hangings, furniture coverings, etc.
Chapter 15
-Wisp-any thin tuft, lock, mass,
Prophesied- to foretell or predict.
Confirmation-the act of confirming.
Abrupt- sudden or unexpected: an abrupt departure.
Muddle-to cause to become mentally confused.
Chapter 16
Fellside-
Deluded-to mislead the mind or judgment of; deceive: His conceit deluded him into believinghe was important.
Taut-tightly drawn; tense; not slack
Conspiracy-the act of conspiring
Disgruntled-displeased and discontented; sulky; peevish: Her disgruntled husband refusedto join us.
Underscored--scored, -scor·ing,
Bodice-a usually fitted vest or wide, lace-up girdle worn by women over a dress or blouse,especially a cross-laced, sleeveless outer garment covering the waist and bust, common inpeasant dress.
Hindered- to cause delay, interruption, or difficulty in; hamper; impede: The storm hinderedour progress.
Haven-any place of shelter and safety; refuge; asylum.
Chapter 17
Smarted-to be a source of sharp, local, and usually superficial pain, as a wound
Hovel-a small, very humble dwelling house; a wretched hut.
Pewter-a cup awarded as a prize or trophy, as in a sporting event.
Sycamore-the sycamore maple.
Sham-something that is not what it purports to be; a spurious imitation; fraud or hoax.
Tethered-a rope, chain, or the like, by which an animal is fastened to a fixed object so as tolimit its range of movement
Hearth-the floor of a fireplace, usually of stone, brick, etc., often extending a short distanceinto a room.
Squeamish-fastidious or dainty.
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