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Vocab #2
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| host | a large number |
| gabled | built with a triangular pitched roof |
| moor | a swampy wasteland |
| spawn | to produce |
| relish | to enjoy or find pleasure |
| reparation | something done to make amends or repare |
| affliction | that which cause pain or suffering |
| solace | comfort or peace |
| reprisal | retaliation |
| bolt | to gulp, to swallow quickly |
| talon | a claw, especially one on a bird |
| infamous | well-known evil deeds |
| cower | to cringe in fear |
| taut | pulled tight |
| sinew | a tendon |
| murky | dark or gloomy |
| pilgrimage | a long journey with a noble or heroic purpose |
| gnarled | knotted or twisted |
| kenning | an old english poetic metaphor made up of several words and use to rename someone or something |
| taunt | to mock or make fun of with contempt |
| alliteration | the repetition of initial consonant sounds within several consecutive words |
| elegy | a mournful poem expressing areas loss |
| venerable | worthy of respect or reverence |
| barbarous | uncivilized |
| caesura | a poetic pause |