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A Study in Scarlet
Words from this book
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| formidable | Causing you to have fear or respect for something/someone because it/they are large, powerful or difficult |
| dabble | Take a slight and not very serious interest in a subject; try a particular activity for a short period of time |
| spring | move quickly and suddenly toward a particular place |
| lodging | a temporary place to stay |
| idle | unemployed; having no work |
| lounger | 1) a comfortable chair 2) a person who relaxes |
| sulky | refuse to smile or be pleasant to people, usually because you are angry about something |
| mealy-mouthed | not brave enough to say what you mean directly and honestly |
| orderly | a hospital worker who does jobs for which no training is necessary (such as nurse assistance) |