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Skylark 8-15
Vocabulary for chapters 8-15
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11/20/2003

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paddock
Definition
an enclosed area where animals are put to eat grass or exercise
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coyote
Definition
a mammal related to the dog and timber wolf and is native to western North America
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phonograph
Definition
a record player
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corral
Definition
a pen for keeping or capturing livestock
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trembling
Definition
shaking uncontrollably
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timbers
Definition
large pieces of wood used for making something
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shawl
Definition
a square or oblong piece of fabric used as a covering for the head or shoulders
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alarmed
Definition
frightened/ feeling of danger
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overalls
Definition
loose trousers made of strong material usually with a bib and shoulder straps
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veterinarian
Definition
a doctor who treats diseases and injuries of animals
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chattering
Definition
to click again and again without control
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picnicked
Definition
had a meal outdoors
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dune
Definition
a hill or ridge of sand piled up by the wind
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inlet
Definition
a small or narrow bay
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slicker
Definition
a long loose raincoat made of rubberized cloth or plastic
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skylark
Definition
a common lark that sings as it rises in flight
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loon
Definition
a diving bird that eats fish, has webbed feet, a black head and a spotted back
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buoy
Definition
a floating object, anchored in a body of water to mark a channel
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huddled
Definition
curled up/ crouched
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bonnet
Definition
a child or woman's hat tied under the chin by ribbons or strings
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***Secret Word***
Definition
Slough - pronounced "Slew". Tell Mrs. Fielder this word pronounced correctly to get your prize!
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