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Catherine, Called Birdy January - February 14th Vocabulary
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Literature
7th Grade
01/23/2011
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smitten
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infatuated; in love
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putrid
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rotten
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sustained
 Definition
experienced; underwent
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gilt
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covered with a thin layer of gold or silver
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martyr
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one who chooses to die for religious beliefs
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court
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royal mansion; palace
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betrothal
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engagement
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friar
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member of a religious group bound by vows of poverty and obedience
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fiend
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evil spirit or demon
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porridge
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oatmeal boiled in water or milk until thick
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heathen
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someone who is irreligious or uncivilized
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alliance
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union between families by marriage
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moderate
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mild or calm
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discreet
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modest; careful to avoid public embarrassment
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dilemma
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a situation in which none of the options are good
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penance
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punishment
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rends
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tears or rips
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flagon
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large bottle for holding liquid
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