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Horse and His Boy 2
Ch 3-4 Vocabulary
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Shrewd | Having or showing sharp powers of judgment; clever. |
| Mightily | With great strength or power. |
| Faltered | Hesitated or wavered in action or speech. |
| Fretted | Worn away or irritated; also means anxious or worried. |
| Scabbard | The sheath for a sword. |
| Bridle | The headgear used to control a horse. |
| Sentry | A soldier stationed to keep guard or control access. |
| Deftly | Skillfully and quickly in movement. |
| Vigilant | Keeping careful watch for possible danger or difficulties. |
| Chivalry | The medieval knightly system with its moral |
| Lingered | Stayed in a place longer than necessary |
| Sauntered | Walked in a slow |
| Intrigued | Interested and curious. |
| Noble | Having high moral qualities or high social rank. |
| Fleet | Fast and nimble in movement. |
| Gleaming | Shining brightly |
| Desperation | A state of despair |