having a lattice or latticework

abrupt in manner; blunt; rough:

any fish of the family Clupeidae, including herrings, shads, and sardines

to lengthen out in time; extend the duration of; cause to continue longer:

to torment with, or as if with, the sight of something desired but out of reach; tease by arousing expectations that are repeatedly disappointed

emotionally or mentally strained or tense

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vocab chapter 14

number the stars by lois lowry

Term	Definition
donned	to put on or dress in
latticed	having a lattice or latticework
brusque	abrupt in manner; blunt; rough:
herring	any fish of the family Clupeidae, including herrings, shads, and sardines
prolong	to lengthen out in time; extend the duration of; cause to continue longer:
tantalize	to torment with, or as if with, the sight of something desired but out of reach; tease by arousing expectations that are repeatedly disappointed
taut	emotionally or mentally strained or tense