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Blue Dolphins Ch1-8
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Aleut | A person from a group of native people living in Alaska and nearby areas. |
| Mesa | A hill with a flat top and steep sides. |
| Kelp | A large, brown seaweed that grows in the ocean. |
| Abalones | Shellfish with flat, round shells that people eat and collect. |
| Cormorant | A type of dark-colored bird that dives for fish. |
| Skirmish | A small, short fight between groups. |
| Gruel | A thin, watery food made by boiling grain in water or milk. |
| Ravine | A small, narrow valley with steep sides. |
| Gorge | A deep, rocky hole or narrow valley, usually with water running through it. |
| Lair | The hidden home of a wild animal. |
| Clan | A group of families that are related and share a common ancestor. |
| Pelt | The skin and fur of an animal. |
| Dusk | The time just after sunset when it’s getting dark. |
| Dune | A hill or ridge of sand made by the wind near the ocean or in the desert. |
| Spearhead | The pointed tip of a spear, usually made of stone or metal. |
| Glistening | Shining with a sparkling light. |
| Aleutians | A group of islands between Alaska and Russia. |
| Dissent | A disagreement or difference of opinion. |
| Labored | Worked hard; done with great effort. |
| Barranca | A steep cliff or deep gully. |
| Crest | The top of something, like a hill or a wave. |
| Shirkers | People who avoid doing their duty or work. |
| Gnawed | Chewed on something steadily. |
| Omen | A sign that something good or bad will happen. |
| Forbade | Told someone not to do something; prohibited. |