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| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| courtier, n. | a person who attends a royal court as a companion or adviser to the king or queen |
| crimson, 1. n 2. adj | 1. a purplish red color 2. of a purplish red color 3. |
| feeble, adj. | lacking physical strength, especially as a result of age or illness |
| impertinent, adj. | 1. not showing proper respect; rude 2. not pertinent; irrelevant |
| meek, adj. | submissive; weak |
| plead, v. | to argue a case or cause in a court of law |
| shrill, adj. (n; v) | high-pitched and piercing (of a voice or sound) (n. a shrill sound; v. to make a shrill noise) |
| treacle, n. ˈtrēk(ə)l | a thick, sticky dark syrup made from partly refined sugar; molasses |
| triumphant, adj. | rejoicing for or celebrating victory |