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ACC Vocab. St. One
Vocabulary from stave one of A Christmas Carol
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| stave | set of lines, usually from a song or poem |
| executor | one who carries out the terms of a will |
| rime | white mass of tiny ice crystals |
| bestow | give as gifts |
| palpable | able to be touched or felt |
| humbug | misleading nonsense |
| veneration | great respect |
| extinguished | put out, as a fire |
| portly | stout; heavyset |
| ominous | threatening, serving as an omen |
| destitute | without possessions; poor and needy |
| facetious | joking |
| regale | entertain |
| livid | grayish blue |
| incredulous | unable to believe |
| ponderous | heavy |
| incessant | unending |
| benevolence | kindness |
| penance | self-punishment to repent for a sin |
| lamentation | expression of deep sorrow |