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The Sniper
Vocabulary
9
Language - English
8th Grade
01/30/2012

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Term
beleaguered
Definition
to surround with troops
Term
spasmodically
Definition
sudden and violent, but brief
Term
sniper
Definition
a hidden sharp shooter
Term
ascetic
Definition
extremely self-disciplined and severe
Term
parapet
Definition
low wall or railing
Term
fanatic
Definition
A PERSON WHO IS INTERESTED IN SOMETHING VERY MUCH
Term
turret
Definition
a low armored structure which revolves, and within it guns are mounded
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paroxysm
Definition
sudden attack, fit
Term
draught
Definition
a drink or the amount taken at one drink
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