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Daughter of the Mts.
Chap. 3
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| pummeled | to pound, beat |
| luminous | being lighted |
| obstinately | sticking to an opinion, purpose, or course in spite of reason, arguments, or persuasion |
| switchbacks | a zigzag road, trail, or section of railroad tracks for climbing a steep hill |
| pliant | flexible |
| buoyant | having buoyancy; especially : capable of floating |
| plaited | to make by braiding <plaiting a basket> |
| dilapidated | |
| rancid | having a strong disagreeable smell or taste |
| turbulent | causing or being in a state of unrest, violence, or disturbance <a turbulent relationship> |
| career | full speed or activity |
| cobbled | to make roughly or hastily -- often used with together or up |
| saris | a garment worn by women in southern Asia that consists of a long cloth draped around the body and head or shoulder |
| doting | to be foolishly fond <doted on their grandchild> |
| dal | a dried legume (as lentils, beans, or peas); also : an Indian dish made of simmered and usually pureed and spiced legumes |
| sally | a witty remark : QUIP |