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MrsC vocab 10
Carlisle vocab 10
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| claimant | a person making a claim |
| fathom | to understand fully; to penetrate the meaning of |
| criterion | a standard or rule by which something can be judged; a basis for judgment |
| artisan | a skilled worker, especially one whose occupation requires skill with the hands |
| philanthropy | love of mankind, especially through charitable gifts and deeds |
| denounce | to point out as deserving of blame or punishment |
| forage | to search or hunt for food or provision |
| torque | a turning or twisting force |
| pillage | to rob of goods by violent seizure; plunder; to take as spoils |
| creditor | a person to whom money is owed |