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Orange Unit 8
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| awkward | not skillful or graceful; hard to handle; embarrassing |
| clatter | to make short, sharp sounds by rattling or banging together; busy excitement; noisy chattering |
| gallant | showy or fashionable in appearance; brave; showing courtesy; very attentive to |
| gallant | a fashionable young gentleman |
| lukewarm | only moderately warm, not hot but not cold; without enthusiasm |
| plentiful | in great supply, easily available; more than enough |
| ration | a portion of food for one meal or one day; food or supplies; a share |
| ration | to pass or give out in limited portions |
| reserve | to hold back or set aside; to save for future use |
| scholar | a learned person; an expert in a field of study; someone who studies with a teacher |
| scholar | a student who gets a gift of money to pay for education |
| smolder | to burn slowly with smoke but no flame; to show pent-up feelings |
| trudge | to walk or march slowly and with difficulty or tiredness |
| volunteer | a person who chooses to join or to do a service; someone who gives time or effort without pay |
| weary | feeling tired; worn out; have no more patience |