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dorian gray 1
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Bourdon | a low pitched stop in an organ |
| Divan | a long low couch |
| Caprice | a sudden and unaccountable change of mood |
| Laden | heavily loaded |
| Wanes | become weaker |
| Ensconced | settle in a comfortable place |
| Wizen | shriveled |
| Verities | true principles |
| Posed | assume a position to be painted |
| Egad | expressing surprise |
| Subaltern | someone of a lower rank |
| Jarvies | driver of a jaunting car |
| Collieries | coal mine and associated buildings |
| Cheroot | a cigar with both ends open |
| Petulant | childishly sulky |
| Panegyric | a public speech praising someone |
| Languorous | characterized by tiredness |
| Proletariat | working class people |
| Lionize | to give public attention |
| Dowagers | a widow with a title |