Chapters 12 - 14 Vocabulary Words

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You will be able to use them on your Unit Vocabulary Test.

Word

Page #

Definition

boulder
138
a detached and rounded or much-worn mass of rock
campaign
145
a connected series of military operations forming a distinct phase of a war
conduct
140
protection given a person passing through a military zone or occupied area
conversation
139
a discussion of an issue by representatives of governments, institutions, or groups
forfeit
142
to lose or lose the right to especially by some error, offense, or crime
gibber
151
to speak rapidly, inarticulately, and often foolishly
pavilion
125
a large often lavish tent or canopy
renounce
144
to give up, refuse, or resign usually by formal declaration
salute
128
the position (as of the hand) or the entire attitude of a person acknowledging a superior
shears
153
a cutting implement similar or identical to a pair of scissors but typically larger
thicket
135
a dense growth of shrubbery or small trees

Definitions utilized from Merriam-Webster's Online Dictionary based on use in The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe.


by: Casey Jo Burrus © 2006
Bingham, Illinois
updated: July 28, 2006
Cowden-Herrick Schools