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Breadwinner ch 1-5
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| chador | a traditional full-body-length, open-front cloak or large cloth worn by many Muslim women |
| forbade | to refuse to allow, prohibit, or order someone not to do something |
| decree | is a formal, authoritative order issued by a person or group in power—such as a government, ruler, or court. |
| burqas | a, loose, head-to-toe outer garment worn by some Muslim women in public to cover their entire body and face. |
| Intricate | something with many, often small, interconnected parts or details that make it complex, delicate, or difficult to understand. |
| Taliban | an Islamic fundamentalist political and militant group that rules Afghanistan |
| Looter | a person who steals goods from stores, homes, or buildings during a chaotic event, such as a riot, war, or natural disaster. |
| Hospitable | being friendly, welcoming, and generous toward guests or strangers, making them feel comfortable and at home. |
| Turban | symbolizing deep religious, cultural, and personal meaning, particularly for Sikhs, where it signifies equality, honor, and a commitment to justice |
| Exhaustion | a state of extreme physical or mental fatigue, where a person has little to no energy left. |
| Collapse | to fall down suddenly, cave in, or break apart, usually due to lack of support, damage, or pressure |
| Basin | a dip or depression in the Earth's surface, typically shaped like a bowl with sides higher than the bottom, where water collects. |
| Sensible | having or showing good sense, meaning being practical, reasonable, and showing sound judgment, often focusing on function and comfort over style |
| Eternity | the state of infinite time that never ends, or existence entirely outside of time |
| Preoccupied | being completely lost in thought, distracted, or deeply absorbed in something, often to the point of ignoring surroundings. |